How to Pronounce "unvarnished"
word
ənˈvɑɹnɪʃt
un-VAR-nisht
ʌnvˈɑːnɪʃt
un-VAH-nisht
Definition
Not covered with varnish or polish; also used to describe something said or presented in a very plain, direct, and honest way, without trying to make it sound better.
IPA Transcription
American English
ənˈvɑɹnɪʃt
British English
ʌnvˈɑːnɪʃt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
un-VAR-nisht
UK
un-VAH-nisht
Listen in Context
He gave an unvarnished account of what happened.
Her unvarnished words surprised everyone.
This is the unvarnished truth.
Let me give you my unvarnished opinion—you really need to change jobs.