How to pronounce undefiled
Say it like uhn-duh-FYLD. Undefiled has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (FYLD).
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- uhn
- duh
- FYLD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Undefiled 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 relaxed "uh" in about.
- duhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- FYLDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of undefiled
American and British speakers say undefiled in essentially the same way: /ˌəndəˈfaɪld/ in the US and /ˌəndəˈfaɪld/ in the UK.
British respelling: uhn-duh-FYLD.
What does undefiled mean?
- Free from stain, blemish, evil or corruption; immaculate; uncorrupted.
Where does undefiled come from?
From un- + defiled.
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Words that rhyme with undefiled
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Questions about saying undefiled
How do you pronounce undefiled?
Say uhn-duh-FYLD. The American pronunciation is /ˌəndəˈfaɪld/. In British English it is /ˌəndəˈfaɪld/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in undefiled?
Undefiled has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (FYLD). Broken into parts: uhn · duh · FYLD.
Do Americans and Brits say undefiled the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌəndəˈfaɪld/ and the British form is /ˌəndəˈfaɪld/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.