How to pronounce unsung
Say it like uhn-SUHNG. Unsung has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SUHNG).
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- uhn
- SUHNG
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unsung pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhnGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- SUHNGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of unsung
American and British speakers say unsung in essentially the same way: /ˌʌnˈsʌŋ/ in the US and /ˌʌnˈsʌŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: uhn-SUHNG.
What does unsung mean?
- Which has not been lauded or appreciated.“The backstage crew of the movie were the unsung heroes.”
- Not sung.“The third hymn remained unsung.”
Where does unsung come from?
From un- + sung.
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Words that rhyme with unsung
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Questions about saying unsung
How do you pronounce unsung?
Say uhn-SUHNG. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌnˈsʌŋ/. In British English it is /ˌʌnˈsʌŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unsung?
Unsung has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SUHNG). Broken into parts: uhn · SUHNG.
Do Americans and Brits say unsung the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌʌnˈsʌŋ/ and the British form is /ˌʌnˈsʌŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.