How to pronounce unorganized
Say it like uh-NOR-guh-nyzd. Unorganized has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NOR).
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- uh
- NOR
- guh
- nyzd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unorganized pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- NORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- guhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nyzdGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of unorganized
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uh-NAW-guh-nyzd.
What does unorganized mean?
- (of a territory) Lacking a normal system of government.
- Not unionized.
Where does unorganized come from?
From un- + organized.
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Words that rhyme with unorganized
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Questions about saying unorganized
How do you pronounce unorganized?
Say uh-NOR-guh-nyzd. The American pronunciation is /əˈnɔrɡəˌnaɪzd/. In British English it is /əˈnɔːɡəˌnaɪzd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unorganized?
Unorganized has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NOR). Broken into parts: uh · NOR · guh · nyzd.
Is unorganized 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 /əˈnɔːɡəˌnaɪzd/ (uh-NAW-guh-nyzd).