How to pronounce unpaved
Say it like UHP-ayvd. Unpaved has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHP).
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- UHP
- ayvd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unpaved pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- UHPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- ayvdGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of unpaved
American and British speakers say unpaved in essentially the same way: /ˈʌˌpeɪvd/ in the US and /ˈʌˌpeɪvd/ in the UK.
British respelling: UHP-ayvd.
What does unpaved mean?
- Not having a hard, impervious surface; not paved
Where does unpaved come from?
From un- + paved.
Similar and opposite words
Opposite meaning
Questions about saying unpaved
How do you pronounce unpaved?
Say UHP-ayvd. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌˌpeɪvd/. In British English it is /ˈʌˌpeɪvd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unpaved?
Unpaved has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHP). Broken into parts: UHP · ayvd.
Do Americans and Brits say unpaved the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈʌˌpeɪvd/ and the British form is /ˈʌˌpeɪvd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.