To pronounce "unsung", say UNS-ung — 2 syllables, IPA /ˌʌnˈsʌŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˌʌnˈsʌŋ/
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"unsung" has 2 syllables: uns-ung. It rhymes with tongue and bung, if that helps it stick.
adjective
“The backstage crew of the movie were the unsung heroes.”
“The third hymn remained unsung.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Unsung" has 2 syllables: uns · ung.
The IPA transcription of "unsung" is /ˌʌnˈsʌŋ/.
Unsung: Which has not been lauded or appreciated.
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