How to Pronounce Unsatisfactory

To pronounce "unsatisfactory", say UNS-at-isf-act-ory — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

14

Letters

UNS-at-isf-act-ory

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💡 Tip for remembering “unsatisfactory”

"unsatisfactory" has 5 syllables: uns-at-isf-act-ory. It rhymes with satisfactory and olfactory, if that helps it stick.

What does unsatisfactory mean?

adjective

  1. Inadequate, substandard or not satisfactory

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Words that rhyme with unsatisfactory

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

satisfactoryolfactoryrefractoryfactorytractory

Related words

badunsatisfyingunacceptabledissatisfactorydisappointingfailingoffinadequate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "unsatisfactory"?▾

"Unsatisfactory" has 5 syllables: uns · at · isf · act · ory.

What does "unsatisfactory" mean?▾

Unsatisfactory: Inadequate, substandard or not satisfactory

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