How to pronounce unspired
Say it like uhn-SPYDE. Unspired has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SPYDE).
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- uhn
- SPYDE
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unspired 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.
- SPYDESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of unspired
American and British speakers say unspired in essentially the same way: /ˌʌnˈspaɪd/ in the US and /ˌʌnˈspaɪd/ in the UK.
British respelling: uhn-SPYDE.
What does unspired mean?
- Lacking a spire.
Where does unspired come from?
From un- + spired.
Words that rhyme with unspired
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of unspired.
Questions about saying unspired
How do you pronounce unspired?
Say uhn-SPYDE. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnˈspaɪd/. In British English it is /ˌʌnˈspaɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unspired?
Unspired has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SPYDE). Broken into parts: uhn · SPYDE.
Do Americans and Brits say unspired the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌʌnˈspaɪd/ and the British form is /ˌʌnˈspaɪd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.