English pronunciation · Words Starting with U
Unique Pronunciation
Unique is pronounced yoo-NEEK, IPA /juˈnik/.
yoo-NEEK
US /juˈnik/ · UK /juːˈniːk/
Syllables: yoo · NEEK (2 syllables, stress on syllable 2)
adjective: Being the only one of its kind.
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Unique in a Sentence
- Every fingerprint is unique.
- The house has a unique view over the harbour.
- She brings a unique perspective to the job.
Common Mispronunciations of Unique
Not YOO-nik
Back half of the word is the loud one. Front stress gives eunuch, which is a word you do not want by accident.
Not yoo-NEE-kwee
The que at the end is a plain k. Antique, boutique, and technique all close the same way with nothing sounded after it.
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