How to pronounce unconstrained
Say it like uhn-kun-STRAYND. Unconstrained has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (STRAYND).
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- uhn
- kun
- STRAYND
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unconstrained 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.
- kunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- STRAYNDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of unconstrained
American and British speakers say unconstrained in essentially the same way: /ˌʌnkənˈstreɪnd/ in the US and /ˌʌnkənˈstreɪnd/ in the UK.
British respelling: uhn-kun-STRAYND.
What does unconstrained mean?
- Not constrained.
Where does unconstrained come from?
From Middle English, equivalent to un- + constrained.
Words that rhyme with unconstrained
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Questions about saying unconstrained
How do you pronounce unconstrained?
Say uhn-kun-STRAYND. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnkənˈstreɪnd/. In British English it is /ˌʌnkənˈstreɪnd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unconstrained?
Unconstrained has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (STRAYND). Broken into parts: uhn · kun · STRAYND.
Do Americans and Brits say unconstrained the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌʌnkənˈstreɪnd/ and the British form is /ˌʌnkənˈstreɪnd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.