How to pronounce unction
Say it like UHNGK-shun. Unction has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHNGK).
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- UHNGK
- shun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unction pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- UHNGKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- shunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of unction
American and British speakers say unction in essentially the same way: /ˈʌŋkʃən/ in the US and /ˈʌŋkʃən/ in the UK.
British respelling: UHNGK-shun.
What does unction mean?
- An ointment or salve.
- A religious or ceremonial anointing.
- A balm or something that soothes.
Where does unction come from?
Borrowed from Latin unctiō.
Questions about saying unction
How do you pronounce unction?
Say UHNGK-shun. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌŋkʃən/. In British English it is /ˈʌŋkʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unction?
Unction has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHNGK). Broken into parts: UHNGK · shun.
Do Americans and Brits say unction the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈʌŋkʃən/ and the British form is /ˈʌŋkʃən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.