How to pronounce underskirt
Say it like UHN-duh-skurt. Underskirt has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN).
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- UHN
- duh
- skurt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Underskirt 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.
- duhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- skurtGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of underskirt
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: UHN-duh-skurt.
What does underskirt mean?
- A skirt worn underneath another skirt; a petticoat.
- An under layer of a multi-layer gown over which outer skirts are draped.
Where does underskirt come from?
From under- + skirt.
Questions about saying underskirt
How do you pronounce underskirt?
Say UHN-duh-skurt. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌndəˌskɝt/. In British English it is /ˈʌndəˌskɜːt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in underskirt?
Underskirt has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN). Broken into parts: UHN · duh · skurt.
Is underskirt 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 /ˈʌndəˌskɜːt/ (UHN-duh-skurt).