How to pronounce undervalue
Say it like UHN-der-val-yoo. Undervalue has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN).
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- UHN
- der
- val
- yoo
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Undervalue 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.
- valGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- yooKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of undervalue
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: UHN-duh-val-yoo.
What does undervalue mean?
- To underestimate, or assign too low a value to (something or someone); to have too little regard for.
- An undervaluation; a price or rate below the actual worth.
Where does undervalue come from?
From under- + value.
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying undervalue
How do you pronounce undervalue?
Say UHN-der-val-yoo. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌndɚˌvælju/. In British English it is /ˈʌndəˌvæljuː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in undervalue?
Undervalue has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN). Broken into parts: UHN · der · val · yoo.
Is undervalue 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 /ˈʌndəˌvæljuː/ (UHN-duh-val-yoo).