How to Pronounce Unfavourable

To pronounce "unfavourable", say UNF-av-our-abl-e — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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UNF-av-our-abl-e

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"unfavourable" has 5 syllables: unf-av-our-abl-e.

What does unfavourable mean?

adjective

Serving to hinder or oppose; adverse, disadvantageous, inconducive, unsuitable.
Not auspicious; ill-boding.

Synonyms

favourable inauspicious unfortunate

Antonyms

favourable fortunate

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How many syllables are in "unfavourable"?▾

"Unfavourable" has 5 syllables: unf · av · our · abl · e.

What does "unfavourable" mean?▾

Unfavourable: Serving to hinder or oppose; adverse, disadvantageous, inconducive, unsuitable.

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