How to pronounce scundered
Say it like SKUHN-derd. Scundered has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKUHN).
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- SKUHN
- derd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Scundered pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKUHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- derdKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of scundered
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SKUHN-dud.
What does scundered mean?
- Fed up; not content, not satisfied.“I'm scundered. I'm going home.”
- Embarrassed; caught off guard.“I'm scundered. I just asked a lady out and she said no.”
Where does scundered come from?
Alteration of scunnered.
Questions about saying scundered
How do you pronounce scundered?
Say SKUHN-derd. The American pronunciation is /ˈskʌndərd/. In British English it is /ˈskʌndəd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in scundered?
Scundered has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKUHN). Broken into parts: SKUHN · derd.
Is scundered 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 /ˈskʌndəd/ (SKUHN-dud).