How to pronounce unsecured
Say it like uhn-sih-KYOORD. Unsecured has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KYOORD).
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- uhn
- sih
- KYOORD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unsecured 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.
- sihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- KYOORDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
American vs British pronunciation of unsecured
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uhn-sih-KYOORD.
What does unsecured mean?
- Not physically secured; not fastened; not attached.
- Not made secure in any sense.“an unsecured Internet connection”
- Of a loan or guarantee, without collateral.
Where does unsecured come from?
From un- + secured.
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Words that rhyme with unsecured
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Questions about saying unsecured
How do you pronounce unsecured?
Say uhn-sih-KYOORD. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnsɪˈkjʊrd/. In British English it is /ˌʌnsɪˈkjʊəd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unsecured?
Unsecured has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KYOORD). Broken into parts: uhn · sih · KYOORD.
Is unsecured 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 /ˌʌnsɪˈkjʊəd/ (uhn-sih-KYOORD).