How to pronounce uncoiled
Say it like uhn-KOYLD. Uncoiled has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KOYLD).
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- uhn
- KOYLD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Uncoiled 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.
- KOYLDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oy" in boy.
American vs British pronunciation of uncoiled
American and British speakers say uncoiled in essentially the same way: /ˌʌnˈkɔɪld/ in the US and /ˌʌnˈkɔɪld/ in the UK.
British respelling: uhn-KOYLD.
What does uncoiled mean?
Where does uncoiled come from?
From un- + coiled.
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Words that rhyme with uncoiled
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Questions about saying uncoiled
How do you pronounce uncoiled?
Say uhn-KOYLD. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnˈkɔɪld/. In British English it is /ˌʌnˈkɔɪld/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in uncoiled?
Uncoiled has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KOYLD). Broken into parts: uhn · KOYLD.
Do Americans and Brits say uncoiled the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌʌnˈkɔɪld/ and the British form is /ˌʌnˈkɔɪld/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.