How to pronounce unequivocal
Say it like uhn-ih-KWIV-uh-kul. Unequivocal has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KWIV).
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- uhn
- ih
- KWIV
- uh
- kul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unequivocal 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.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- KWIVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- kulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of unequivocal
American and British speakers say unequivocal in essentially the same way: /ˌʌnɪˈkwɪvəkəl/ in the US and /ʌnɪˈkwɪvəkəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: un-ih-KWIV-uh-kul.
What does unequivocal mean?
- Unambiguous; without equivocation or ambiguity; singularly clear, unmistakable, or unquestionable“I want you to give me an unequivocal guarantee on that.”
- Without equal, matchless.“the unequivocal scope of the Golden Gate Bridge”
Where does unequivocal come from?
From un- + equivocal.
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Questions about saying unequivocal
How do you pronounce unequivocal?
Say uhn-ih-KWIV-uh-kul. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnɪˈkwɪvəkəl/. In British English it is /ʌnɪˈkwɪvəkəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unequivocal?
Unequivocal has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KWIV). Broken into parts: uhn · ih · KWIV · uh · kul.
Do Americans and Brits say unequivocal the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌʌnɪˈkwɪvəkəl/ and the British form is /ʌnɪˈkwɪvəkəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.