How to Pronounce Unborn

To pronounce "unborn", say UNB-orn — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

UNB-orn

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💡 Tip for remembering “unborn”

"unborn" has 2 syllables: unb-orn. It rhymes with forlorn and scorn, if that helps it stick.

What does unborn mean?

noun

  1. A single unborn offspring at any stage of gestation.
  2. Unborn offspring collectively.

    “Inheritance law allows property to be left to the unborn.”

adjective

  1. Not yet born; yet to come; future.
  2. Not yet delivered; still existing in the mother's womb.

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Words that rhyme with unborn

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forlornscornadornhornswornunicornmournporntornwornshoehornlowborn

Related words

unhatchedbirthpregnancyfoetalfoetusfetalfetusembryo

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "unborn"?▾

"Unborn" has 2 syllables: unb · orn.

What does "unborn" mean?▾

Unborn: A single unborn offspring at any stage of gestation.

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