How to pronounce underbuilder
Say it like UHN-der-bil-der. Underbuilder has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈʌndərˌbɪldər/UHN-der-bil-der
UK British/ˈʌndəˌbɪldə/UHN-duh-bil-duh
- UHN
- der
- bil
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Underbuilder 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 relaxed "uh" in about.
- bilGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of underbuilder
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: UHN-duh-bil-duh.
What does underbuilder mean?
noun
- A subordinate or assistant builder.
Where does underbuilder come from?
From under- (“subordinate”) + builder.
Questions about saying underbuilder
How do you pronounce underbuilder?
Say UHN-der-bil-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌndərˌbɪldər/. In British English it is /ˈʌndəˌbɪldə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in underbuilder?
Underbuilder has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN). Broken into parts: UHN · der · bil · der.
Is underbuilder 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 /ˈʌndəˌbɪldə/ (UHN-duh-bil-duh).