How to pronounce underly
Say it like uhn-der-LY. Underly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LY).
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- uhn
- der
- LY
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Underly 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.
- LYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of underly
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uhn-duh-LY.
What does underly mean?
- In an inferior or inadequate manner; insufficiently (chiefly in opposition to overly).
Where does underly come from?
From under + -ly.
Words that rhyme with underly
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Words that sound like underly
Questions about saying underly
How do you pronounce underly?
Say uhn-der-LY. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌndɚˈlaɪ/. In British English it is /ˌʌndəˈlaɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in underly?
Underly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LY). Broken into parts: uhn · der · LY.
Is underly 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 /ˌʌndəˈlaɪ/ (uhn-duh-LY).
What words sound the same as underly?
Underly sounds the same as underlie in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.