How to pronounce underspin
Say it like UHN-der-spin. Underspin has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN).
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- UHN
- der
- spin
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Underspin 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.
- spinGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of underspin
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: UHN-duh-spin.
What does underspin mean?
- Backspin.
- A shot using backspin.
Where does underspin come from?
From under- + spin.
Questions about saying underspin
How do you pronounce underspin?
Say UHN-der-spin. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌndɚˌspɪn/. In British English it is /ˈʌndəˌspɪn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in underspin?
Underspin has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN). Broken into parts: UHN · der · spin.
Is underspin 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 /ˈʌndəˌspɪn/ (UHN-duh-spin).