How to pronounce underclass
Say it like UHN-der-klas. Underclass has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈʌndɚˌklæs/UHN-der-klas
UK BritishNo British transcription yet. The audio still plays in this accent.
- UHN
- der
- klas
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Underclass 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.
- klasGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
What does underclass mean?
noun
- The poorest class of people in a given society.
Where does underclass come from?
From under- + class.
Questions about saying underclass
How do you pronounce underclass?
Say UHN-der-klas. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌndɚˌklæs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in underclass?
Underclass has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN). Broken into parts: UHN · der · klas.