How to pronounce unquote
Say it like uhn-KWOHT. Unquote has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KWOHT).
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- uhn
- KWOHT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unquote 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.
- KWOHTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of unquote
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: uhn-KWOHT.
What does unquote mean?
- Used in speech to indicate the end of a quotation.
- To convert (a quoted expression) back to its original form.
Where does unquote come from?
From un- + quote; possibly an eggcorn of end quote.
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Words that rhyme with unquote
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Questions about saying unquote
How do you pronounce unquote?
Say uhn-KWOHT. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnˈkwoʊt/. In British English it is /ˌʌnˈkwəʊt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unquote?
Unquote has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KWOHT). Broken into parts: uhn · KWOHT.
Is unquote pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˌʌnˈkwəʊt/ (uhn-KWOHT).