How to pronounce underinsured
Say it like uhn-duh-rin-SHORD. Underinsured has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the fourth one (SHORD).
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- uhn
- duh
- rin
- SHORD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Underinsured 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.
- duhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- rinKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- SHORDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of underinsured
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uhn-duh-rin-SHAWD.
What does underinsured mean?
- not having sufficient insurance to cover loss or damage
- not having proper health insurance
- One who has insufficient insurance.
Where does underinsured come from?
From under- + insured.
Words that rhyme with underinsured
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of underinsured.
Questions about saying underinsured
How do you pronounce underinsured?
Say uhn-duh-rin-SHORD. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌndərɪnˈʃɔrd/. In British English it is /ˌʌndərɪnˈʃɔːd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in underinsured?
Underinsured has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the fourth one (SHORD). Broken into parts: uhn · duh · rin · SHORD.
Is underinsured 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 /ˌʌndərɪnˈʃɔːd/ (uhn-duh-rin-SHAWD).