How to pronounce undershirt
Say it like UHN-der-shurt. Undershirt has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN).
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- UHN
- der
- shurt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Undershirt pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- UHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- shurtGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of undershirt
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: UHN-duh-shurt.
What does undershirt mean?
- An undergarment worn beneath a shirt, often collarless and sleeveless.
Where does undershirt come from?
From under- + shirt.
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Questions about saying undershirt
How do you pronounce undershirt?
Say UHN-der-shurt. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌndɚˌʃɝt/. In British English it is /ˈʌndəˌʃɜːt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in undershirt?
Undershirt has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN). Broken into parts: UHN · der · shurt.
Is undershirt 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 /ˈʌndəˌʃɜːt/ (UHN-duh-shurt).