How to pronounce unprotected
Say it like uhn-pruh-TEK-tid. Unprotected has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TEK).
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- uhn
- pruh
- TEK
- tid
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unprotected 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.
- pruhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- TEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- tidKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of unprotected
American and British speakers say unprotected in essentially the same way: /ˌʌnprəˈtɛktɪd/ in the US and /ˌʌnprəˈtɛktɪd/ in the UK.
British respelling: uhn-pruh-TEK-tid.
What does unprotected mean?
- Not protected; lacking defense or protection; exposed.
- simple past and past participle of unprotect
Where does unprotected come from?
From un- + protected.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with unprotected
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Questions about saying unprotected
How do you pronounce unprotected?
Say uhn-pruh-TEK-tid. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnprəˈtɛktɪd/. In British English it is /ˌʌnprəˈtɛktɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unprotected?
Unprotected has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TEK). Broken into parts: uhn · pruh · TEK · tid.
Do Americans and Brits say unprotected the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌʌnprəˈtɛktɪd/ and the British form is /ˌʌnprəˈtɛktɪd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.