How to pronounce unthaw
Say it like un-THAW. Unthaw has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (THAW).
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- un
- THAW
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unthaw 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.
- THAWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of unthaw
American and British speakers say unthaw in essentially the same way: /ʌnˈθɔ/ in the US and /ʌnˈθɔː/ in the UK.
British respelling: un-THAW.
What does unthaw mean?
- To thaw out, to unfreeze; to become soft (of something which had been frozen).
Where does unthaw come from?
From un- (intensifier) + thaw.
Words that rhyme with unthaw
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of unthaw.
Questions about saying unthaw
How do you pronounce unthaw?
Say un-THAW. The American pronunciation is /ʌnˈθɔ/. In British English it is /ʌnˈθɔː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unthaw?
Unthaw has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (THAW). Broken into parts: un · THAW.
Do Americans and Brits say unthaw the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ʌnˈθɔ/ and the British form is /ʌnˈθɔː/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.