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