How to pronounce underbear
Say it like uhn-der-BAIR. Underbear has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (BAIR).
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- uhn
- der
- BAIR
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Underbear pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhnGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- BAIRSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of underbear
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uhn-duh-BAIR.
What does underbear mean?
- To support, endure.
- To line, guard or face a material, especially cloth.
Where does underbear come from?
From Middle English underberen (“to support”), from Old English underberan (“to support, endure”), equivalent to under- + bear.
Words that rhyme with underbear
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Questions about saying underbear
How do you pronounce underbear?
Say uhn-der-BAIR. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌndərˈbɛr/. In British English it is /ˌʌndəˈbɛə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in underbear?
Underbear has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (BAIR). Broken into parts: uhn · der · BAIR.
Is underbear 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 /ˌʌndəˈbɛə/ (uhn-duh-BAIR).