How to pronounce unprepared
Say it like uhn-pree-PAIRD. Unprepared has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (PAIRD).
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- uhn
- pree
- PAIRD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unprepared pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhnGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- preeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- PAIRDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of unprepared
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uhn-pree-PAIRD.
What does unprepared mean?
- Not prepared; caught by surprise.“The castle was unprepared for the assault.”
- A black mark given to a pupil who arrives at a lesson without the necessary items or preparation.
- simple past and past participle of unprepare
Where does unprepared come from?
From un- + prepared.
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Words that rhyme with unprepared
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Questions about saying unprepared
How do you pronounce unprepared?
Say uhn-pree-PAIRD. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnpriˈpɛrd/. In British English it is /ˌʌnpriˈpɛəd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unprepared?
Unprepared has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (PAIRD). Broken into parts: uhn · pree · PAIRD.
Is unprepared 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 /ˌʌnpriˈpɛəd/ (uhn-pree-PAIRD).