How to pronounce underbid
Say it like UHN-der-bid. Underbid has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN).
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- UHN
- der
- bid
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Underbid pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- UHNSay 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.
- bidGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of underbid
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: UHN-duh-bid.
What does underbid mean?
- To bid too low.
- To bid lower than another.
- To bid less than the full value of a hand of cards.
- A bid that is lower than another.
Where does underbid come from?
From under- + bid.
Similar and opposite words
Opposite meaning
Questions about saying underbid
How do you pronounce underbid?
Say UHN-der-bid. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌndɚˌbɪd/. In British English it is /ˈʌndəˌbɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in underbid?
Underbid has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN). Broken into parts: UHN · der · bid.
Is underbid 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 /ˈʌndəˌbɪd/ (UHN-duh-bid).