How to pronounce unimpressive
Say it like uhn-im-PRES-iv. Unimpressive has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (PRES).
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- uhn
- im
- PRES
- iv
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unimpressive 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.
- imKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- PRESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ivKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of unimpressive
American and British speakers say unimpressive in essentially the same way: /ˌʌnɪmˈprɛsɪv/ in the US and /ˌʌnɪmˈprɛsɪv/ in the UK.
British respelling: uhn-im-PRES-iv.
What does unimpressive mean?
- Lacking the ability to impress, inability to produce an impression.
Where does unimpressive come from?
From un- + impressive.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with unimpressive
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Questions about saying unimpressive
How do you pronounce unimpressive?
Say uhn-im-PRES-iv. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnɪmˈprɛsɪv/. In British English it is /ˌʌnɪmˈprɛsɪv/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unimpressive?
Unimpressive has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (PRES). Broken into parts: uhn · im · PRES · iv.
Do Americans and Brits say unimpressive the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌʌnɪmˈprɛsɪv/ and the British form is /ˌʌnɪmˈprɛsɪv/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.