How to pronounce underpaid
Say it like uhn-der-PAYD. Underpaid has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (PAYD).
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- uhn
- der
- PAYD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Underpaid 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.
- PAYDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of underpaid
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uhn-duh-PAYD.
What does underpaid mean?
- Getting too little financial compensation for one's work.“I am underpaid and overworked.”
Where does underpaid come from?
From under- + paid.
Words that rhyme with underpaid
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of underpaid.
Questions about saying underpaid
How do you pronounce underpaid?
Say uhn-der-PAYD. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌndɚˈpeɪd/. In British English it is /ˌʌndəˈpeɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in underpaid?
Underpaid has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (PAYD). Broken into parts: uhn · der · PAYD.
Is underpaid 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 /ˌʌndəˈpeɪd/ (uhn-duh-PAYD).