How to pronounce unsleek
Say it like UHN-sleek. Unsleek has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN).
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- UHN
- sleek
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unsleek pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- UHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- sleekGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of unsleek
American and British speakers say unsleek in essentially the same way: /ˈʌnˌslik/ in the US and /ˈʌnˌsliːk/ in the UK.
British respelling: UHN-sleek.
What does unsleek mean?
- Not sleek, the opposite of sleek; rough.
Where does unsleek come from?
From un- + sleek.
Questions about saying unsleek
How do you pronounce unsleek?
Say UHN-sleek. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌnˌslik/. In British English it is /ˈʌnˌsliːk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unsleek?
Unsleek has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN). Broken into parts: UHN · sleek.
Do Americans and Brits say unsleek the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈʌnˌslik/ and the British form is /ˈʌnˌsliːk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.