How to Pronounce Unconscious

To pronounce "unconscious", say unc-ONSC-ious — 3 syllables, IPA /ˌənˈkɑnʃəs/. 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

/ˌənˈkɑnʃəs/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/ʌnkˈɒnʃəs/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

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Break "unconscious" into 3 beats and lean on "ONSC" — that's the stressed one.

What does unconscious mean?

adjective

  1. Not awake; having no awareness .
  2. Without directed thought or awareness.

noun

  1. That part of mind that is not consciously perceived.

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How do you pronounce "unconscious"?▾

To pronounce "unconscious", say unc-ONSC-ious — 3 syllables, IPA /ˌənˈkɑnʃəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

How many syllables are in "unconscious"?▾

"Unconscious" has 3 syllables: unc · onsc · ious.

What is the IPA transcription of "unconscious"?▾

The IPA transcription of "unconscious" is /ˌənˈkɑnʃəs/.

What does "unconscious" mean?▾

Unconscious: Not awake; having no awareness .

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