How to pronounce underwork
Say it like uhn-der-WURK. Underwork has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (WURK).
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- uhn
- der
- WURK
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Underwork 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 relaxed "uh" in about.
- WURKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of underwork
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uhn-duh-WURK.
What does underwork mean?
- To require too little work from; to work insufficiently.
- To do less work than necessary (on).“to underwork a painting”
- To do work for inadequate payment.
- Subordinate work; petty business.
- An underneath structure, for example for physical support“the underwork of a road”
Where does underwork come from?
From under- + work.
Words that rhyme with underwork
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Questions about saying underwork
How do you pronounce underwork?
Say uhn-der-WURK. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌndərˈwɝk/. In British English it is /ˌʌndəˈwɜːk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in underwork?
Underwork has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (WURK). Broken into parts: uhn · der · WURK.
Is underwork 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 /ˌʌndəˈwɜːk/ (uhn-duh-WURK).