How to pronounce unimproved
Say it like uhn-im-PROOVD. Unimproved has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (PROOVD).
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- uhn
- im
- PROOVD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unimproved 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.
- PROOVDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of unimproved
American and British speakers say unimproved in essentially the same way: /ˌʌnɪmˈpruvd/ in the US and /ˌʌnɪmˈpruːvd/ in the UK.
British respelling: uhn-im-PROOVD.
What does unimproved mean?
- Mot tilled, built on, or otherwise improved for use.
- Not used or employed advantageously.
- Not selectively bred for better quality or productiveness.
Where does unimproved come from?
From un- + improved.
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Words that rhyme with unimproved
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Questions about saying unimproved
How do you pronounce unimproved?
Say uhn-im-PROOVD. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnɪmˈpruvd/. In British English it is /ˌʌnɪmˈpruːvd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unimproved?
Unimproved has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (PROOVD). Broken into parts: uhn · im · PROOVD.
Do Americans and Brits say unimproved the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌʌnɪmˈpruvd/ and the British form is /ˌʌnɪmˈpruːvd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.