How to pronounce unhinge
Say it like un-HINJ. Unhinge has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (HINJ).
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- un
- HINJ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unhinge 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 relaxed "uh" in about.
- HINJSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of unhinge
American and British speakers say unhinge in essentially the same way: /ənˈhɪndʒ/ in the US and /ənˈhɪndʒ/ in the UK.
British respelling: un-HINJ.
What does unhinge mean?
- To remove the leaf of a door or a window from its supporting hinges.
- To dislocate.“Many snakes can unhinge their jaw joints to swallow large prey.”
- To mentally disturb.
Where does unhinge come from?
From un- + hinge.
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Words that rhyme with unhinge
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Questions about saying unhinge
How do you pronounce unhinge?
Say un-HINJ. The American pronunciation is /ənˈhɪndʒ/. In British English it is /ənˈhɪndʒ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unhinge?
Unhinge has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (HINJ). Broken into parts: un · HINJ.
Do Americans and Brits say unhinge the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ənˈhɪndʒ/ and the British form is /ənˈhɪndʒ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.