How to pronounce undergear
Say it like UHN-der-gheer. Undergear has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN).
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- UHN
- der
- gheer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Undergear 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.
- gheerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of undergear
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: UHN-duh-gheer.
What does undergear mean?
- Underwear
Where does undergear come from?
From under- + gear.
Questions about saying undergear
How do you pronounce undergear?
Say UHN-der-gheer. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌndərɡɪr/. In British English it is /ˈʌndəɡɪə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in undergear?
Undergear has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN). Broken into parts: UHN · der · gheer.
Is undergear 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 /ˈʌndəɡɪə/ (UHN-duh-gheer).