How to pronounce unman
Say it like un-MAN. Unman has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MAN).
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- un
- MAN
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unman 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.
- MANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of unman
American and British speakers say unman in essentially the same way: /ʌnˈmæn/ in the US and /ʌnˈmæn/ in the UK.
British respelling: un-MAN.
What does unman mean?
- To sap (a person) of the strength, whether physical or emotional, required to deal with a situation.
- To deprive of men.
Where does unman come from?
From un- (“de-, dis-, away”) + man (“male person”).
Words that rhyme with unman
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of unman.
Questions about saying unman
How do you pronounce unman?
Say un-MAN. The American pronunciation is /ʌnˈmæn/. In British English it is /ʌnˈmæn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unman?
Unman has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MAN). Broken into parts: un · MAN.
Do Americans and Brits say unman the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ʌnˈmæn/ and the British form is /ʌnˈmæn/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.