How to pronounce unsex
Say it like un-SEKS. Unsex has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SEKS).
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- un
- SEKS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unsex pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- SEKSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of unsex
American and British speakers say unsex in essentially the same way: /ʌnˈsɛks/ in the US and /ʌnˈsɛks/ in the UK.
British respelling: un-SEKS.
What does unsex mean?
- To deprive of sexual attributes or characteristics.
- To sterilize (deprive of the ability to procreate); to castrate.
Where does unsex come from?
From un- + sex.
Words that rhyme with unsex
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of unsex.
Questions about saying unsex
How do you pronounce unsex?
Say un-SEKS. The American pronunciation is /ʌnˈsɛks/. In British English it is /ʌnˈsɛks/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unsex?
Unsex has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SEKS). Broken into parts: un · SEKS.
Do Americans and Brits say unsex the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ʌnˈsɛks/ and the British form is /ʌnˈsɛks/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.