How to pronounce unsuited
Say it like un-SOO-tid. Unsuited has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SOO).
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- un
- SOO
- tid
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unsuited 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.
- SOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- tidKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of unsuited
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: un-SOO-tid.
What does unsuited mean?
- Not suited to a specific purpose.
- Not compatible; mismatched.
- Not wearing a suit.“an unsuited astronaut”
Where does unsuited come from?
From un- + suited.
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Words that rhyme with unsuited
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Questions about saying unsuited
How do you pronounce unsuited?
Say un-SOO-tid. The American pronunciation is /ənˈsutɪd/. In British English it is /ənˈsuːtɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unsuited?
Unsuited has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SOO). Broken into parts: un · SOO · tid.
Is unsuited 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 /ənˈsuːtɪd/ (un-SOO-tid).