How to Pronounce "unsung hero"
expression
uhn-SUHNG HEER-oh
un-SUNG HEE-uh-roh
Definition
An "unsung hero" is someone who does important or brave work but does not receive public recognition or praise for it.
IPA Transcription
American English
ənˈsəŋ/ /ˈhiɹoʊ/, /ˈhɪɹoʊ
British English
ʌnsˈʌŋ/ /hˈiəɹəʊ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uhn-SUHNG HEER-oh
UK
un-SUNG HEE-uh-roh
Listen in Context
She is an unsung hero at the hospital, always helping others quietly.
There are many unsung heroes who work behind the scenes.
My father is an unsung hero in our family.
Teachers are the unsung heroes who shape our future.