How to pronounce underside
Say it like UHN-der-syde. Underside has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN).
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- UHN
- der
- syde
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Underside 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.
- sydeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of underside
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: UHN-duh-syde.
What does underside mean?
- The side that is below or underneath, the bottom.
Where does underside come from?
From under- + side.
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Questions about saying underside
How do you pronounce underside?
Say UHN-der-syde. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌndɚˌsaɪd/. In British English it is /ˈʌndəˌsaɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in underside?
Underside has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN). Broken into parts: UHN · der · syde.
Is underside 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 /ˈʌndəˌsaɪd/ (UHN-duh-syde).