How to pronounce underlines
Say it like UHN-der-lynz. Underlines has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN).
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- UHN
- der
- lynz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Underlines 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.
- lynzGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of underlines
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: UHN-duh-lynz.
What does underlines mean?
- plural of underline How to pronounce underline
Questions about saying underlines
How do you pronounce underlines?
Say UHN-der-lynz. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌndɚˌlaɪnz/. In British English it is /ˈʌndəˌlaɪnz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in underlines?
Underlines has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN). Broken into parts: UHN · der · lynz.
Is underlines 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 /ˈʌndəˌlaɪnz/ (UHN-duh-lynz).