How to pronounce unstructured
Say it like un-STRUHK-sherd. Unstructured has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STRUHK).
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- un
- STRUHK
- sherd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unstructured 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.
- STRUHKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- sherdKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of unstructured
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: un-STRUHK-shud.
What does unstructured mean?
- Lacking structure.“His unstructured method of planning scared anyone who had to depend on his schedules.”
Where does unstructured come from?
From un- + structured.
Similar and opposite words
Opposite meaning
Questions about saying unstructured
How do you pronounce unstructured?
Say un-STRUHK-sherd. The American pronunciation is /ənˈstrʌkʃɚd/. In British English it is /ənˈstrʌkʃəd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unstructured?
Unstructured has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (STRUHK). Broken into parts: un · STRUHK · sherd.
Is unstructured pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ənˈstrʌkʃəd/ (un-STRUHK-shud).