How to pronounce uncover
Say it like un-KUHV-er. Uncover has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KUHV).
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- un
- KUHV
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Uncover pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- KUHVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of uncover
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: un-KUHV-uh.
What does uncover mean?
- To remove a cover from.“The model railway was uncovered.”
- To reveal the identity of.“The murderer has finally been uncovered.”
- To show openly; to disclose; to reveal.
Where does uncover come from?
From Middle English uncoveren, equivalent to un- + cover.
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Words that rhyme with uncover
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Questions about saying uncover
How do you pronounce uncover?
Say un-KUHV-er. The American pronunciation is /ənˈkʌvɚ/. In British English it is /ʌnˈkʌvə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in uncover?
Uncover has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KUHV). Broken into parts: un · KUHV · er.
Is uncover pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ʌnˈkʌvə/ (un-KUHV-uh).