How to Pronounce Unpleasant

To pronounce "unpleasant", say UNPL-eas-ant — 3 syllables, IPA /ʌnˈplezənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ʌnˈplezənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “unpleasant”

"unpleasant" has 3 syllables: unpl-eas-ant. It rhymes with present and omnipresent, if that helps it stick.

What does unpleasant mean?

adjective

  1. Not pleasant.

Synonyms

disagreeable

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Words that rhyme with unpleasant

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

presentomnipresentpleasantpeasantpheasantbesantbezzant

Related words

ungratefulunhappyunlovelyobjectionableawfulrebarbativedreadfulmortifying

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "unpleasant"?▾

"Unpleasant" has 3 syllables: unpl · eas · ant.

What is the IPA transcription of "unpleasant"?▾

The IPA transcription of "unpleasant" is /ʌnˈplezənt/.

What does "unpleasant" mean?▾

Unpleasant: Not pleasant.

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