How to pronounce underwood
Say it like UHN-der-wuud. Underwood has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN).
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- UHN
- der
- wuud
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Underwood 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.
- wuudGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
American vs British pronunciation of underwood
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: UHN-duh-wuud.
What does underwood mean?
- Underbrush, undergrowth.
Where does underwood come from?
From under- + wood.
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Questions about saying underwood
How do you pronounce underwood?
Say UHN-der-wuud. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌndɚˌwʊd/. In British English it is /ˈʌndəˌwʊd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in underwood?
Underwood has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHN). Broken into parts: UHN · der · wuud.
Is underwood 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 /ˈʌndəˌwʊd/ (UHN-duh-wuud).