How to pronounce unexpired
Say it like uhn-ik-SPY-erd. Unexpired has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SPY).
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- uhn
- ik
- SPY
- erd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unexpired 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.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- SPYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- erdKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of unexpired
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uhn-ik-SPY-ud.
What does unexpired mean?
- Not having expired.
- Of food: not having reached its expiry date.
- Of an agreement, coupon, or law, still in force.
Where does unexpired come from?
From un- + expired.
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Words that rhyme with unexpired
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Questions about saying unexpired
How do you pronounce unexpired?
Say uhn-ik-SPY-erd. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnɪkˈspaɪɚd/. In British English it is /ˌʌnɪkˈspaɪəd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unexpired?
Unexpired has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SPY). Broken into parts: uhn · ik · SPY · erd.
Is unexpired 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 /ˌʌnɪkˈspaɪəd/ (uhn-ik-SPY-ud).