How to Pronounce Unlock

To pronounce "unlock", say UNL-ock — 2 syllables, IPA /ʌnˈlɒk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ʌnˈlɒk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “unlock”

"unlock" has 2 syllables: unl-ock. It rhymes with gawk and stock, if that helps it stick.

What does unlock mean?

noun

  1. The act of unlocking something.

verb

  1. To undo or open a lock or something locked by, for example, turning a key, or selecting a combination.

    “I unlocked the door and walked in.”

  2. To obtain access to something.

    “I unlocked the dictionary article so I could edit it.”

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Words that rhyme with unlock

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gawkstockcockstalkshockblocksquawkmockbaulkknockhawkflock

Related words

unsecuredunbarredunboltedunfastenedunlatchedunblockingunblockuncover

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "unlock"?▾

"Unlock" has 2 syllables: unl · ock.

What is the IPA transcription of "unlock"?▾

The IPA transcription of "unlock" is /ʌnˈlɒk/.

What does "unlock" mean?▾

Unlock: The act of unlocking something.

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