How to pronounce unstring
Say it like un-STRING. Unstring has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STRING).
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- un
- STRING
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unstring 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.
- STRINGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of unstring
American and British speakers say unstring in essentially the same way: /ʌnˈstrɪŋ/ in the US and /ʌnˈstrɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: un-STRING.
What does unstring mean?
- To remove the string or strings from.“Unstring the bows before storing them.”
- To shake the nerves of; to cause anxiety or panic in.
- To defuse or relax.
Where does unstring come from?
From un- + string.
Words that rhyme with unstring
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of unstring.
Questions about saying unstring
How do you pronounce unstring?
Say un-STRING. The American pronunciation is /ʌnˈstrɪŋ/. In British English it is /ʌnˈstrɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unstring?
Unstring has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STRING). Broken into parts: un · STRING.
Do Americans and Brits say unstring the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ʌnˈstrɪŋ/ and the British form is /ʌnˈstrɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.