American English

How to pronounce unfit

adjectiveB2
uhnFIHT

/ənˈfɪt̚/

2 syllables · Stress the second syllable.

not in good physical condition, or not healthy or strong enough for a physical activity

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Meanings & examples

adjective

not in good physical condition, or not healthy or strong enough for a physical activity

After the illness, I was too unfit to run.

The doctor said he was unfit for work.

Common phrases & grammar

physically unfit · unfit for work · unfit to drive

be unfit for + noun

be unfit to + verb

adjective

not suitable, safe, or acceptable for a particular purpose, role, or use

The damaged ladder was unfit for use.

Many people thought he was unfit to lead the company.

Common phrases & grammar

unfit for human consumption · unfit for use · unfit to lead

be unfit for + noun

be unfit to + verb

Useful expressions

unfit for work

not healthy enough to do a job

She was unfit for work for two weeks.

unfit to drive

not safe or able to drive

The doctor said he was unfit to drive.

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