How to pronounce uncoil
Say it like uhn-KOYL. Uncoil has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KOYL).
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- uhn
- KOYL
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Uncoil pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhnGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- KOYLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oy" in boy.
American vs British pronunciation of uncoil
American and British speakers say uncoil in essentially the same way: /ˌʌnˈkɔɪl/ in the US and /ˌʌnˈkɔɪl/ in the UK.
British respelling: uhn-KOYL.
What does uncoil mean?
- To unwind or untwist (something).“Can you help me uncoil this rope?”
- To unwind or untwist oneself.“The snake uncoiled and prepared to strike.”
Where does uncoil come from?
From un- + coil.
Similar and opposite words
Opposite meaning
Words that rhyme with uncoil
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Questions about saying uncoil
How do you pronounce uncoil?
Say uhn-KOYL. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnˈkɔɪl/. In British English it is /ˌʌnˈkɔɪl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in uncoil?
Uncoil has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KOYL). Broken into parts: uhn · KOYL.
Do Americans and Brits say uncoil the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌʌnˈkɔɪl/ and the British form is /ˌʌnˈkɔɪl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.