How to pronounce unset
Say it like uhn-SET. Unset has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SET).
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- uhn
- SET
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unset 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.
- SETSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of unset
American and British speakers say unset in essentially the same way: /ˌʌnˈsɛt/ in the US and /ˌʌnˈsɛt/ in the UK.
British respelling: uhn-SET.
What does unset mean?
- Not set; not fixed or appointed.
- Not mounted or placed in a setting.
- Not set.“an unset broken bone”
- To make not set.“to unset a single bit in a binary pattern”
Where does unset come from?
From un- + set.
Words that rhyme with unset
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of unset.
Questions about saying unset
How do you pronounce unset?
Say uhn-SET. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnˈsɛt/. In British English it is /ˌʌnˈsɛt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unset?
Unset has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SET). Broken into parts: uhn · SET.
Do Americans and Brits say unset the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌʌnˈsɛt/ and the British form is /ˌʌnˈsɛt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.