How to pronounce unencumbered
Say it like uhn-in-KUHM-berd. Unencumbered has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KUHM).
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- uhn
- in
- KUHM
- berd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unencumbered 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.
- inKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- KUHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- berdKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of unencumbered
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uhn-in-KUHM-bud.
What does unencumbered mean?
- Not burdened with worries, cares or responsibilities.
- Free of encumbrance.
- Not subject to any claims.
Where does unencumbered come from?
From un- + encumbered.
Questions about saying unencumbered
How do you pronounce unencumbered?
Say uhn-in-KUHM-berd. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnɪnˈkʌmbɚd/. In British English it is /ˌʌnɪnˈkʌmbəd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unencumbered?
Unencumbered has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KUHM). Broken into parts: uhn · in · KUHM · berd.
Is unencumbered 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 /ˌʌnɪnˈkʌmbəd/ (uhn-in-KUHM-bud).