How to pronounce underpay
Say it like uhn-der-PAY. Underpay has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (PAY).
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- uhn
- der
- PAY
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Underpay 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.
- PAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of underpay
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uhn-duh-PAY.
What does underpay mean?
- To pay (someone) less than the value of their work; to pay (someone) insufficiently.
- To pay less than is due for (something).“The underpaid letter was returned to the sender.”
Where does underpay come from?
From under- + pay.
Words that rhyme with underpay
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of underpay.
Questions about saying underpay
How do you pronounce underpay?
Say uhn-der-PAY. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌndɚˈpeɪ/. In British English it is /ˌʌndəˈpeɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in underpay?
Underpay has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (PAY). Broken into parts: uhn · der · PAY.
Is underpay 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 /ˌʌndəˈpeɪ/ (uhn-duh-PAY).