How to pronounce underlies
Say it like uhn-der-LYZE. Underlies has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LYZE).
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- uhn
- der
- LYZE
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Underlies 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.
- LYZESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of underlies
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uhn-duh-LYZE.
What does underlies mean?
- third-person singular simple present indicative of underlie How to pronounce underlie
Words that rhyme with underlies
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of underlies.
Questions about saying underlies
How do you pronounce underlies?
Say uhn-der-LYZE. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌndɚˈlaɪz/. In British English it is /ˌʌndəˈlaɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in underlies?
Underlies has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LYZE). Broken into parts: uhn · der · LYZE.
Is underlies 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 /ˌʌndəˈlaɪz/ (uhn-duh-LYZE).