How to pronounce unstated
Say it like un-STAY-tid. Unstated has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STAY).
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- un
- STAY
- tid
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unstated 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.
- STAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- tidKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of unstated
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: un-STAY-tid.
What does unstated mean?
- Not explicitly stated; unspoken.“An unstated assumption of the prisoner’s dilemma is that the parties will actually make a deal.”
Where does unstated come from?
From un- + stated.
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Words that rhyme with unstated
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Questions about saying unstated
How do you pronounce unstated?
Say un-STAY-tid. The American pronunciation is /ənˈsteɪtɪd/. In British English it is /ənˈsteɪtɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unstated?
Unstated has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STAY). Broken into parts: un · STAY · tid.
Is unstated 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 /ənˈsteɪtɪd/ (un-STAY-tid).