How to pronounce unctional
Say it like UHNGK-chuh-nul. Unctional has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHNGK).
- UHNGK
- chuh
- nul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unctional 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.
- chuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of unctional
American and British speakers say unctional in essentially the same way: /ˈʌŋktʃənəl/ in the US and /ˈʌŋktʃənəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: UHNGK-chuh-nul.
What does unctional mean?
- Exhibiting or relating to unction.
Where does unctional come from?
From unction + -al.
Questions about saying unctional
How do you pronounce unctional?
Say UHNGK-chuh-nul. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌŋktʃənəl/. In British English it is /ˈʌŋktʃənəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unctional?
Unctional has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHNGK). Broken into parts: UHNGK · chuh · nul.
Do Americans and Brits say unctional the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈʌŋktʃənəl/ and the British form is /ˈʌŋktʃənəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.