How to Pronounce Uncleanly

To pronounce "uncleanly", say UNCL-eanly — 2 syllables, IPA /ʌnˈklɛnli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

9

Letters

/ʌnˈklɛnli/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “uncleanly”

"uncleanly" has 2 syllables: uncl-eanly.

What does uncleanly mean?

adjective

  1. Dirty, unhygienic, not clean.
  2. Not pure in a moral or religious sense.

Synonyms

unclean

Related words

uncleanunhygienicuncleanedunsanitaryunsanitizednonhygieniccleaninsanitary

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "uncleanly"?▾

"Uncleanly" has 2 syllables: uncl · eanly.

What is the IPA transcription of "uncleanly"?▾

The IPA transcription of "uncleanly" is /ʌnˈklɛnli/.

What does "uncleanly" mean?▾

Uncleanly: Dirty, unhygienic, not clean.

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