How to Pronounce "unwise"
word
uhn-WYZ
un-WYZ
Definition
Not showing good judgment; making poor or careless decisions that can lead to problems.
IPA Transcription
American English
ənˈwaɪz
British English
ʌnwˈaɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uhn-WYZ
UK
un-WYZ
Listen in Context
He realized it was unwise to argue when he was tired.
Trusting strangers with your passwords would be really unwise.
It is unwise to touch hot surfaces.
Buying things you don't need is often unwise.