How to Pronounce "unbeknownst"
word
uhn-bee-NOHNST
un-bin-OHNST
Definition
Happening or existing without someone knowing; used to describe something that occurs without a person’s awareness.
IPA Transcription
American English
ənbiˈnoʊnst
British English
ʌnbɪnˈəʊnst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uhn-bee-NOHNST
UK
un-bin-OHNST
Listen in Context
Unbeknownst to her, her friends planned a surprise party.
The cat entered the room unbeknownst to anyone.
Unbeknownst to John, his wallet was missing.
Unbeknownst to me, they'd already finished the project.