How to pronounce underplay
Say it like uhn-der-PLAY. Underplay has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (PLAY).
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- uhn
- der
- PLAY
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Underplay 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.
- PLAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of underplay
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uhn-duh-PLAY.
What does underplay mean?
- The act of underplaying.
- To play in a subordinate, or in an inferior manner; to underact a part.
- To make something seem less important than it really is.
- To play a low card when holding a high one, in the hope of a future advantage.
Where does underplay come from?
From under- + play.
Words that rhyme with underplay
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Questions about saying underplay
How do you pronounce underplay?
Say uhn-der-PLAY. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌndɚˈpleɪ/. In British English it is /ˌʌndəˈpleɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in underplay?
Underplay has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (PLAY). Broken into parts: uhn · der · PLAY.
Is underplay 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 /ˌʌndəˈpleɪ/ (uhn-duh-PLAY).