How to pronounce underused
Say it like uhn-der-YOOZD. Underused has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (YOOZD).
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- uhn
- der
- YOOZD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Underused pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhnGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- YOOZDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of underused
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uhn-duh-YOOZD.
What does underused mean?
- Used less than normal or desirable.
- simple past and past participle of underuse How to pronounce underuse
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Words that rhyme with underused
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Questions about saying underused
How do you pronounce underused?
Say uhn-der-YOOZD. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌndɚˈjuzd/. In British English it is /ˌʌndəˈjuːzd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in underused?
Underused has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (YOOZD). Broken into parts: uhn · der · YOOZD.
Is underused 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 /ˌʌndəˈjuːzd/ (uhn-duh-YOOZD).