How to Pronounce Unsafe

To pronounce "unsafe", say UNS-af-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ʌnˈseɪf/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ʌnˈseɪf/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “unsafe”

"unsafe" has 3 syllables: uns-af-e. It rhymes with chafe and strafe, if that helps it stick.

What does unsafe mean?

adjective

Not safe (various senses); dangerous.

Synonyms

precarious rickety shaky tottering unstable unsteady wobbly

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Words that rhyme with unsafe

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

chafe strafe rafe failsafe envirosafe grafe lataif raiff safe scaife waif

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "unsafe"?▾

"Unsafe" has 3 syllables: uns · af · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "unsafe"?▾

The IPA transcription of "unsafe" is /ʌnˈseɪf/.

What does "unsafe" mean?▾

Unsafe: Not safe (various senses); dangerous.

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