How to pronounce uncovered
Say it like un-KUHV-erd. Uncovered has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KUHV).
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- un
- KUHV
- erd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Uncovered 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.
- erdKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of uncovered
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: un-KUHV-ud.
What does uncovered mean?
- not covered with clothing“her exposed breast”
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Words that rhyme with uncovered
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Questions about saying uncovered
How do you pronounce uncovered?
Say un-KUHV-erd. The American pronunciation is /ənˈkʌvɚd/. In British English it is /ʌnˈkʌvəd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in uncovered?
Uncovered has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KUHV). Broken into parts: un · KUHV · erd.
Is uncovered 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 /ʌnˈkʌvəd/ (un-KUHV-ud).