How to pronounce dunderhead
Say it like DUHN-der-hed. Dunderhead has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHN).
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- DUHN
- der
- hed
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dunderhead pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DUHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- hedKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of dunderhead
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: DUHN-duh-hed.
What does dunderhead mean?
- A stupid person; a dunce.
Where does dunderhead come from?
From dunder + head.
Questions about saying dunderhead
How do you pronounce dunderhead?
Say DUHN-der-hed. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʌndɚhɛd/. In British English it is /ˈdʌndəhɛd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dunderhead?
Dunderhead has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHN). Broken into parts: DUHN · der · hed.
Is dunderhead pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈdʌndəhɛd/ (DUHN-duh-hed).