How to pronounce underbrush
Say it like UHN-der-bruhsh. Underbrush has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN).
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- UHN
- der
- bruhsh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Underbrush 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.
- bruhshGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of underbrush
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: UHN-duh-bruhsh.
What does underbrush mean?
- The small trees and other plants that clutter the floor of a forest.
- To clear (an area) of underbrush.
- To work among the underbrush.
Where does underbrush come from?
From under- + brush.
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Questions about saying underbrush
How do you pronounce underbrush?
Say UHN-der-bruhsh. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌndɚˌbrʌʃ/. In British English it is /ˈʌndəˌbrʌʃ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in underbrush?
Underbrush has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN). Broken into parts: UHN · der · bruhsh.
Is underbrush 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 /ˈʌndəˌbrʌʃ/ (UHN-duh-bruhsh).