How to pronounce unenforceable
Say it like uhn-en-FOR-suh-bul. Unenforceable has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (FOR).
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- uhn
- en
- FOR
- suh
- bul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unenforceable 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.
- enKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- FORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- suhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- bulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of unenforceable
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uhn-en-FAW-suh-bul.
What does unenforceable mean?
- Unable to be enforced.
Where does unenforceable come from?
From un- + enforceable.
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Words that rhyme with unenforceable
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Questions about saying unenforceable
How do you pronounce unenforceable?
Say uhn-en-FOR-suh-bul. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnɛnˈfɔrsəbəl/. In British English it is /ˌʌnɛnˈfɔːsəbəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unenforceable?
Unenforceable has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (FOR). Broken into parts: uhn · en · FOR · suh · bul.
Is unenforceable 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 /ˌʌnɛnˈfɔːsəbəl/ (uhn-en-FAW-suh-bul).