To pronounce "unscrew", say UNSCR-ew — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
unscrew
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UNSCR-ew
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"unscrew" has 2 syllables: unscr-ew. It rhymes with twin-screw, if that helps it stick.
verb
“I'm having some trouble unscrewing the lid of this jar.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Unscrew" has 2 syllables: unscr · ew.
Unscrew: To loosen a screw or thing by turning it.
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