How to pronounce unearned
Say it like uh-NURND. Unearned has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NURND).
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- uh
- NURND
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unearned pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- NURNDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of unearned
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uh-NURND.
What does unearned mean?
- Not earned.
Where does unearned come from?
From un- + earned.
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Words that rhyme with unearned
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Questions about saying unearned
How do you pronounce unearned?
Say uh-NURND. The American pronunciation is /əˈnɝnd/. In British English it is /əˈnɜːnd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unearned?
Unearned has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NURND). Broken into parts: uh · NURND.
Is unearned 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 /əˈnɜːnd/ (uh-NURND).