How to pronounce unstained
Say it like un-STAYND. Unstained has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STAYND).
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- un
- STAYND
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unstained 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 relaxed "uh" in about.
- STAYNDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of unstained
American and British speakers say unstained in essentially the same way: /ənˈsteɪnd/ in the US and /ənˈsteɪnd/ in the UK.
British respelling: un-STAYND.
What does unstained mean?
- Not dyed or discolored; not marred by any stains, marks, or spotting.“The unstained hardwood floor was pale, but the finish soaked in and made the room seem dark.”
- Pure, pristine, clean, immaculate, unadulterated.“She arrived at the chapel for her marriage with unstained honor.”
Where does unstained come from?
From un- + stained.
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Words that rhyme with unstained
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Questions about saying unstained
How do you pronounce unstained?
Say un-STAYND. The American pronunciation is /ənˈsteɪnd/. In British English it is /ənˈsteɪnd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unstained?
Unstained has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STAYND). Broken into parts: un · STAYND.
Do Americans and Brits say unstained the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ənˈsteɪnd/ and the British form is /ənˈsteɪnd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.