Which is correct:
"a unit" or "an unit"?

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a unit

This is the correct form in English.

Use 'a unit' when referring to a single entity or element. The article 'a' is used before words that begin with a consonant sound.

Examples:

  • I need a unit to complete the experiment.
  • She bought a unit of the product.

Alternatives:

  • one unit
  • a single unit
  • a piece
  • an item
  • a component

an unit

This is not a correct form in English.

The correct phrase is 'a unit.' The use of 'an unit' is incorrect in English. The article 'an' is used before words that begin with a vowel sound, while 'a' is used before words that begin with a consonant sound.

Last updated: March 25, 2024

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