How to pronounce undercap
Say it like UHN-der-kap. Undercap has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN).
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- UHN
- der
- kap
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Undercap 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.
- kapGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of undercap
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: UHN-duh-kap.
What does undercap mean?
- Synonym of underscarf.
Where does undercap come from?
From under- + cap.
Questions about saying undercap
How do you pronounce undercap?
Say UHN-der-kap. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌndɚˌkæp/. In British English it is /ˈʌndəˌkæp/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in undercap?
Undercap has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN). Broken into parts: UHN · der · kap.
Is undercap 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 /ˈʌndəˌkæp/ (UHN-duh-kap).