How to pronounce unreality
Say it like uhn-ree-AL-uh-tee. Unreality has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (AL).
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- uhn
- ree
- AL
- uh
- tee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unreality 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.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- ALSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- teeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of unreality
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: uhn-ree-AL-uh-tee.
What does unreality mean?
- Lack of reality or real existence.
- The state of being unreal.
- That which has no reality or real existence; something unreal or imaginary
Where does unreality come from?
From un- (“lack of, not”) + reality.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with unreality
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of unreality.
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Questions about saying unreality
How do you pronounce unreality?
Say uhn-ree-AL-uh-tee. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnriˈæləti/. In British English it is /ˌʌnriˈæləti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unreality?
Unreality has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (AL). Broken into parts: uhn · ree · AL · uh · tee.
Is unreality pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˌʌnriˈæləti/ (uhn-ree-AL-uh-tee).