How to pronounce unstate
Say it like un-STAYT. Unstate has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STAYT).
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- un
- STAYT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unstate 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.
- STAYTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of unstate
American and British speakers say unstate in essentially the same way: /ʌnˈsteɪt/ in the US and /ʌnˈsteɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: un-STAYT.
What does unstate mean?
- To deprive of state or dignity.
- To withdraw (something previously stated); to unsay or retract.
Where does unstate come from?
From un- + state (noun).
Words that rhyme with unstate
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of unstate.
Questions about saying unstate
How do you pronounce unstate?
Say un-STAYT. The American pronunciation is /ʌnˈsteɪt/. In British English it is /ʌnˈsteɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unstate?
Unstate has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STAYT). Broken into parts: un · STAYT.
Do Americans and Brits say unstate the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ʌnˈsteɪt/ and the British form is /ʌnˈsteɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.