How to Pronounce Unlace

To pronounce "unlace", say UNL-ac-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

UNL-ac-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “unlace”

"unlace" has 3 syllables: unl-ac-e. It rhymes with inlace, if that helps it stick.

What does unlace mean?

verb

  1. To remove the knot from laces; to undo laces.

    “Unlace your shoes before taking them off.”

  2. To loosen the clothing of (a person).

Antonyms

lace up

Words that rhyme with unlace

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

inlace

Related words

untieunbraceopenunlashunsneckuntyuntangleunlay

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "unlace"?▾

"Unlace" has 3 syllables: unl · ac · e.

What does "unlace" mean?▾

Unlace: To remove the knot from laces; to undo laces.

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