How to pronounce unsubtle
Say it like un-SUHT-ul. Unsubtle has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SUHT).
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- un
- SUHT
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unsubtle 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.
- SUHTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of unsubtle
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: un-SUHT-ul.
What does unsubtle mean?
- Not subtle; obvious.
Where does unsubtle come from?
From un- + subtle.
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Words that rhyme with unsubtle
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Questions about saying unsubtle
How do you pronounce unsubtle?
Say un-SUHT-ul. The American pronunciation is /ənˈsʌtəl/. In British English it is /ənˈsʌtəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unsubtle?
Unsubtle has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SUHT). Broken into parts: un · SUHT · ul.
Is unsubtle 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 /ənˈsʌtəl/ (un-SUHT-ul).