How to pronounce unfurl
Say it like un-FURL. Unfurl has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FURL).
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- un
- FURL
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unfurl pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- FURLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of unfurl
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: un-FUHL.
What does unfurl mean?
- To unroll or release something that had been rolled up, typically a sail or a flag.“They unfurled the flag at the start of the festival.”
- To roll out or debut anything.“When will we be unfurling the new feature?”
- To open up by unrolling.
Where does unfurl come from?
From un- + furl.
Words that rhyme with unfurl
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of unfurl.
Questions about saying unfurl
How do you pronounce unfurl?
Say un-FURL. The American pronunciation is /ʌnˈfɝl/. In British English it is /ʌnˈfəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unfurl?
Unfurl has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FURL). Broken into parts: un · FURL.
Is unfurl 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 /ʌnˈfəl/ (un-FUHL).