How to pronounce undersay
Say it like un-der-SAY. Undersay has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SAY).
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- un
- der
- SAY
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Undersay pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- SAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of undersay
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: un-duh-SAY.
What does undersay mean?
- To understate.
Where does undersay come from?
From under- + say.
Words that rhyme with undersay
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of undersay.
Questions about saying undersay
How do you pronounce undersay?
Say un-der-SAY. The American pronunciation is /ʌndərˈseɪ/. In British English it is /ʌndəˈseɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in undersay?
Undersay has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SAY). Broken into parts: un · der · SAY.
Is undersay 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 /ʌndəˈseɪ/ (un-duh-SAY).