How to Pronounce "untimely"
word
ənˈtaɪmɫi
uhn-TYM-lee
ʌntˈaɪmli
un-TYM-lee
Definition
Something that is 'untimely' happens at a bad or inappropriate time, often too soon or before it is expected, and usually causes problems or sadness.
IPA Transcription
American English
ənˈtaɪmɫi
British English
ʌntˈaɪmli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uhn-TYM-lee
UK
un-TYM-lee
Listen in Context
He suffered an untimely injury before the big game.
The project ended in an untimely manner.
Everyone was shocked by her untimely departure.
His untimely joke ruined the serious mood in the room.