How to pronounce undergrounder
Say it like uhn-der-GROWN-der. Undergrounder has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (GROWN).
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- uhn
- der
- GROWN
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Undergrounder pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhnGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- GROWNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of undergrounder
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uhn-duh-GROWN-duh.
What does undergrounder mean?
- An underground publication or movie.
- A person who dwells underground.
- One who is part of a secret or underground society or subculture.
Where does undergrounder come from?
From underground + -er (Variety “-er”) or + -er (occupational suffix).
Words that rhyme with undergrounder
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Questions about saying undergrounder
How do you pronounce undergrounder?
Say uhn-der-GROWN-der. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌndɚˈɡraʊndɚ/. In British English it is /ˌʌndəˈɡraʊndə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in undergrounder?
Undergrounder has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (GROWN). Broken into parts: uhn · der · GROWN · der.
Is undergrounder 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 /ˌʌndəˈɡraʊndə/ (uhn-duh-GROWN-duh).