How to pronounce unlined
Say it like un-LYND. Unlined has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LYND).
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- un
- LYND
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unlined 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.
- LYNDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of unlined
American and British speakers say unlined in essentially the same way: /ənˈlaɪnd/ in the US and /ənˈlaɪnd/ in the UK.
British respelling: un-LYND.
What does unlined mean?
- Without lining; without liner.“The bitter wind made me wish I hadn't opted for that unlined coat.”
- Unmarked by lines, especially of the skin.“Even on her 70th birthday, her skin remains unlined.”
Where does unlined come from?
From un- + lined.
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Words that rhyme with unlined
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Questions about saying unlined
How do you pronounce unlined?
Say un-LYND. The American pronunciation is /ənˈlaɪnd/. In British English it is /ənˈlaɪnd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unlined?
Unlined has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LYND). Broken into parts: un · LYND.
Do Americans and Brits say unlined the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ənˈlaɪnd/ and the British form is /ənˈlaɪnd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.