How to pronounce unmannered
Say it like un-MAN-erd. Unmannered has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MAN).
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- un
- MAN
- erd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unmannered 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.
- erdKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of unmannered
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: un-MAN-ud.
What does unmannered mean?
- Having poor manners or social skills; ill-mannered; rude.
Where does unmannered come from?
From un- + mannered.
Questions about saying unmannered
How do you pronounce unmannered?
Say un-MAN-erd. The American pronunciation is /ʌnˈmænərd/. In British English it is /ʌnˈmænəd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unmannered?
Unmannered has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MAN). Broken into parts: un · MAN · erd.
Is unmannered 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 /ʌnˈmænəd/ (un-MAN-ud).