How to Pronounce Unfettered

To pronounce "unfettered", say UNF-ett-er-ed — 4 syllables, IPA /ʌnˈfɛtəd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ʌnˈfɛtəd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “unfettered”

"unfettered" has 4 syllables: unf-ett-er-ed. It rhymes with fettered and lettered, if that helps it stick.

What does unfettered mean?

verb

  1. To release from fetters; to unchain; to let loose; to free.

adjective

  1. Not bound by chains or shackles.
  2. (by extension) Not restricted.

Synonyms

freeunchainedunrestricted

Words that rhyme with unfettered

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fetteredletteredbetteredpetard

Related words

unchainedfreeunboundunshackleduntieduntetheredunrestrictedunimpeded

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "unfettered"?▾

"Unfettered" has 4 syllables: unf · ett · er · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "unfettered"?▾

The IPA transcription of "unfettered" is /ʌnˈfɛtəd/.

What does "unfettered" mean?▾

Unfettered: To release from fetters; to unchain; to let loose; to free.

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