How to pronounce unturned
Say it like un-TURND. Unturned has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TURND).
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- un
- TURND
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unturned 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.
- TURNDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of unturned
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: un-TURND.
What does unturned mean?
- Not turned.
Where does unturned come from?
From un- + turned.
Similar and opposite words
Opposite meaning
Words that rhyme with unturned
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Questions about saying unturned
How do you pronounce unturned?
Say un-TURND. The American pronunciation is /ənˈtɝnd/. In British English it is /ənˈtɜːnd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unturned?
Unturned has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TURND). Broken into parts: un · TURND.
Is unturned 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 /ənˈtɜːnd/ (un-TURND).