How to pronounce underreactor
Say it like uhn-der-ree-AK-ter. Underreactor has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the fourth one (AK).
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- uhn
- der
- ree
- AK
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Underreactor 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 relaxed "uh" in about.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- AKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of underreactor
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uhn-duh-ree-AK-tuh.
What does underreactor mean?
- One who underreacts.
Where does underreactor come from?
From underreact + -or.
Words that rhyme with underreactor
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Questions about saying underreactor
How do you pronounce underreactor?
Say uhn-der-ree-AK-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌndərriˈæktɚ/. In British English it is /ˌʌndəriˈæktə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in underreactor?
Underreactor has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the fourth one (AK). Broken into parts: uhn · der · ree · AK · ter.
Is underreactor 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 /ˌʌndəriˈæktə/ (uhn-duh-ree-AK-tuh).