How to pronounce undisturbed
Say it like uhn-dih-STURBD. Undisturbed has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (STURBD).
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- uhn
- dih
- STURBD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Undisturbed 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 "u" in cup.
- dihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- STURBDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of undisturbed
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uhn-dih-STURBD.
What does undisturbed mean?
- Not disturbed or agitated.
- calm
Where does undisturbed come from?
From un- + disturbed.
Words that rhyme with undisturbed
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Questions about saying undisturbed
How do you pronounce undisturbed?
Say uhn-dih-STURBD. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌndɪˈstɝbd/. In British English it is /ˌʌndɪˈstɜːbd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in undisturbed?
Undisturbed has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (STURBD). Broken into parts: uhn · dih · STURBD.
Is undisturbed 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 /ˌʌndɪˈstɜːbd/ (uhn-dih-STURBD).