How to pronounce unsolicited
Say it like uhn-suh-LIS-ih-tid. Unsolicited has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LIS).
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- uhn
- suh
- LIS
- ih
- tid
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unsolicited 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.
- suhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- LISSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- tidKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of unsolicited
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: uhn-suh-LIS-ih-tid.
What does unsolicited mean?
- Not requested; neither welcomed nor invited.“People have become very frustrated with unsolicited sales calls.”
Where does unsolicited come from?
From un- + solicited.
Questions about saying unsolicited
How do you pronounce unsolicited?
Say uhn-suh-LIS-ih-tid. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnsəˈlɪsɪtɪd/. In British English it is /ˌʌnsəˈlɪsɪtɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unsolicited?
Unsolicited has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LIS). Broken into parts: uhn · suh · LIS · ih · tid.
Is unsolicited 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 /ˌʌnsəˈlɪsɪtɪd/ (uhn-suh-LIS-ih-tid).