How to pronounce underseas
Say it like uhn-der-SEEZ. Underseas has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SEEZ).
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- uhn
- der
- SEEZ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Underseas 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.
- SEEZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of underseas
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uhn-duh-SEEZ.
What does underseas mean?
- Under the surface of the sea or ocean, underwater.
Where does underseas come from?
From under- + seas.
Words that rhyme with underseas
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of underseas.
Questions about saying underseas
How do you pronounce underseas?
Say uhn-der-SEEZ. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌndɚˈsiz/. In British English it is /ˌʌndəˈsiːz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in underseas?
Underseas has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SEEZ). Broken into parts: uhn · der · SEEZ.
Is underseas 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 /ˌʌndəˈsiːz/ (uhn-duh-SEEZ).