What are other 3-syllable words like Untimely?

Other 3-syllable words include: every, another, family, company, different and many more.

How Many Syllables in Untimely?

How many syllables in Untimely?

Untimely has 3 syllables: un-time-ly.

un-time-ly

Syllable breakdown:

un time ly

3 syllables • Primary stress on 2nd syllable

Breaking Down Untimely into Syllables?

un-time-ly

The word Untimely has 3 syllables: un-time-ly.
Syllable division helps in understanding the word's structure, improving both pronunciation and spelling.
This technique is especially useful for students and language learners who are mastering English phonetics.

Definition of Untimely

happening too soon or too early; happening at an inappropriate time

Frequently Asked Questions about 'Untimely' Syllables

How many syllables are in 'Untimely'?

The word 'Untimely' contains 3 syllables. It is divided as un-time-ly.

How do you divide 'Untimely' into syllables?

The word 'Untimely' can be broken down into 3 syllables:un, time, ly. The division follows the natural sound breaks in the word.

What is the correct pronunciation of 'Untimely'?

'Untimely' is pronounced as un-time-ly, with primary stress on the 2nd syllable.

Why is syllable division important for pronunciation?

Understanding syllables helps in breaking down words for better pronunciation and reading fluency. Dividing words into syllables makes it easier to pronounce them correctly and understand their structure.

How should Untimely divide into syllables

The word 'untimely' has three syllables. The first syllable 'un' has a vowel sound, the second syllable 'time' has a vowel sound, and the third syllable 'ly' has a consonant sound.

Part of Speech - Untimely

Adjective

The untimely rain ruined our picnic plans.

Sentences with Untimely

The untimely arrival of the package meant we missed our flight.
The untimely death of the flower left the garden looking empty.
The untimely interruption during the movie made it hard to follow the plot.
The untimely snowstorm delayed the road trip.
The untimely arrival of the boss made everyone nervous.

Quotes with Untimely

Untimely death is the only thing we can be sure of. - Anonymous
Happiness is an untimely flower. - Isaac Bashevis Singer
Untimely silence, like an untimely frost, can kill the fairest blossom. - William Hamilton

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