How to pronounce underrated
Say it like uhn-der-RAY-tid. Underrated has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (RAY).
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- uhn
- der
- RAY
- tid
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Underrated 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.
- RAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- tidKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of underrated
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: un-duh-RAY-tid.
What does underrated mean?
- Not given enough recognition for its quality.
- simple past and past participle of underrate How to pronounce underrate
Where does underrated come from?
From under- + rated.
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Words that rhyme with underrated
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Questions about saying underrated
How do you pronounce underrated?
Say uhn-der-RAY-tid. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌndɚˈreɪtɪd/. In British English it is /ʌndəˈreɪtɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in underrated?
Underrated has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (RAY). Broken into parts: uhn · der · RAY · tid.
Is underrated 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 /ʌndəˈreɪtɪd/ (un-duh-RAY-tid).