How to pronounce unearth
Say it like uh-NURTH. Unearth has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NURTH).
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- uh
- NURTH
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unearth 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.
- NURTHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of unearth
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uh-NURTH.
What does unearth mean?
- To drive or draw from the earth.“to unearth a fox or a badger”
- To dig up.
- To uncover or find; to bring out from concealment.“to unearth a secret”
Where does unearth come from?
From un- + earth.
Words that rhyme with unearth
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of unearth.
Questions about saying unearth
How do you pronounce unearth?
Say uh-NURTH. The American pronunciation is /əˈnɝθ/. In British English it is /əˈnɜːθ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unearth?
Unearth has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NURTH). Broken into parts: uh · NURTH.
Is unearth 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 /əˈnɜːθ/ (uh-NURTH).