How to Pronounce Unknowingly

To pronounce "unknowingly", say UNKN-ow-ingly — 3 syllables, IPA /ʌnˈnəʊ.ɪŋ.li/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

/ʌnˈnəʊ.ɪŋ.li/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “unknowingly”

"unknowingly" has 3 syllables: unkn-ow-ingly. It rhymes with growingly and knowingly, if that helps it stick.

What does unknowingly mean?

adverb

  1. Without awareness, without intent.

Synonyms

unwittingly

Antonyms

knowingly

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Words that rhyme with unknowingly

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

growinglyknowinglyglowinglyflowingly

Related words

unwittinglyinadvertentlyunbeknownstunconsciouslyinvoluntarilysubconsciouslyunknownlyunawarely

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "unknowingly"?▾

"Unknowingly" has 3 syllables: unkn · ow · ingly.

What is the IPA transcription of "unknowingly"?▾

The IPA transcription of "unknowingly" is /ʌnˈnəʊ.ɪŋ.li/.

What does "unknowingly" mean?▾

Unknowingly: Without awareness, without intent.

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