How to pronounce unmoved
Say it like un-MOOVD. Unmoved has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MOOVD).
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- un
- MOOVD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unmoved 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.
- MOOVDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of unmoved
American and British speakers say unmoved in essentially the same way: /ənˈmuvd/ in the US and /ənˈmuːvd/ in the UK.
British respelling: un-MOOVD.
What does unmoved mean?
- Not physically moved.
- Not affected emotionally, or not showing emotion.
- Not sympathetic; uncaring.
Where does unmoved come from?
From un- + moved.
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Words that rhyme with unmoved
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Questions about saying unmoved
How do you pronounce unmoved?
Say un-MOOVD. The American pronunciation is /ənˈmuvd/. In British English it is /ənˈmuːvd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unmoved?
Unmoved has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MOOVD). Broken into parts: un · MOOVD.
Do Americans and Brits say unmoved the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ənˈmuvd/ and the British form is /ənˈmuːvd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.