How to Pronounce Unmarried

To pronounce "unmarried", say UNM-arr-ied — 3 syllables, IPA /ʌnˈmæɹid/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ʌnˈmæɹid/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “unmarried”

"unmarried" has 3 syllables: unm-arr-ied. It rhymes with harried and varied, if that helps it stick.

What does unmarried mean?

noun

  1. An unmarried person.

adjective

  1. Having no husband or wife.

Synonyms

singleunhitchedunwed

Antonyms

married

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Words that rhyme with unmarried

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harriedvariedburiedferriedcarriedmarriedparriedberriedremarried

Related words

matelessunwedunweddedsingledivorcedwidowedunattachedcelibate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "unmarried"?▾

"Unmarried" has 3 syllables: unm · arr · ied.

What is the IPA transcription of "unmarried"?▾

The IPA transcription of "unmarried" is /ʌnˈmæɹid/.

What does "unmarried" mean?▾

Unmarried: An unmarried person.

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