How to pronounce unwed
Say it like un-WED. Unwed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (WED).
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- un
- WED
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unwed 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.
- WEDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of unwed
American and British speakers say unwed in essentially the same way: /ənˈwɛd/ in the US and /ənˈwɛd/ in the UK.
British respelling: un-WED.
What does unwed mean?
- Not married.
- One who is not married; a bachelor or a spinster.“Should unweds living together receive the same social benefits as married couples?”
- To annul the marriage of.
- To separate.
Where does unwed come from?
From un- (not) + wed.
Words that rhyme with unwed
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of unwed.
Questions about saying unwed
How do you pronounce unwed?
Say un-WED. The American pronunciation is /ənˈwɛd/. In British English it is /ənˈwɛd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unwed?
Unwed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (WED). Broken into parts: un · WED.
Do Americans and Brits say unwed the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ənˈwɛd/ and the British form is /ənˈwɛd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.