Definition

This word describes something that is not spoken or articulated, often referring to letters or sounds in a word that are silent.

Example

In the word 'debt', the 'b' is unpronounced.

Conversation

I always get confused with some words in English.

I know what you mean; some letters are unpronounced in certain words.

Exactly! Like in 'honest' where the 'h' is unpronounced.

Right! It's interesting how pronunciation works in English.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unpronounced → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "pronounced" (from Latin "pronuntiare", meaning to announce or declare). The word "unpronounced" means not announced or declared, often referring to something that is silent or not articulated.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') announcing or declaring something ('pronounced') — that's why unpronounced means something that is not spoken out loud.

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