How to Pronounce "unguent"
word
ʌnd͡ʒ(u)ənt
UN-jwənt
ˈʌnɡənt
UN-gwənt
Definition
A thick, oily substance applied to the skin, usually to heal wounds, soothe irritation, or relieve pain.
IPA Transcription
American English
ʌnd͡ʒ(u)ənt
British English
ˈʌnɡənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
UN-jwənt
UK
UN-gwənt
Listen in Context
The doctor gave her an unguent for her burn.
This unguent should reduce your skin irritation.
Apply the unguent twice a day.
Historically, healers used herbal unguents for wounds.