How to pronounce uninsured
Say it like uhn-in-SHOORD. Uninsured has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SHOORD).
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- uhn
- in
- SHOORD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Uninsured 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.
- inKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- SHOORDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
American vs British pronunciation of uninsured
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uhn-in-SHOORD.
What does uninsured mean?
- Not insured; not having insurance.
- One who is not insured.
Where does uninsured come from?
From un- + insured.
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Words that rhyme with uninsured
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Questions about saying uninsured
How do you pronounce uninsured?
Say uhn-in-SHOORD. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnɪnˈʃʊrd/. In British English it is /ˌʌnɪnˈʃʊəd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in uninsured?
Uninsured has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SHOORD). Broken into parts: uhn · in · SHOORD.
Is uninsured 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 /ˌʌnɪnˈʃʊəd/ (uhn-in-SHOORD).