How to pronounce unken
Say it like un-KEN. Unken has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KEN).
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- un
- KEN
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unken 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.
- KENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of unken
American and British speakers say unken in essentially the same way: /ʌnˈkɛn/ in the US and /ʌnˈkɛn/ in the UK.
British respelling: un-KEN.
What does unken mean?
- To not know, fail to recognize, be ignorant of.
- Only used in unken reflex.
Where does unken come from?
Back-formation from unkenned, equivalent to un- + ken.
Words that rhyme with unken
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of unken.
Questions about saying unken
How do you pronounce unken?
Say un-KEN. The American pronunciation is /ʌnˈkɛn/. In British English it is /ʌnˈkɛn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unken?
Unken has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KEN). Broken into parts: un · KEN.
Do Americans and Brits say unken the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ʌnˈkɛn/ and the British form is /ʌnˈkɛn/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.