How to pronounce undirect
Say it like un-dih-REKT. Undirect has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (REKT).
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- un
- dih
- REKT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Undirect pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- dihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- REKTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of undirect
American and British speakers say undirect in essentially the same way: /ʌndɪˈrɛkt/ in the US and /ʌndɪˈrɛkt/ in the UK.
British respelling: un-dih-REKT.
What does undirect mean?
- To misdirect; mislead.
- Not direct.
Where does undirect come from?
From un- + direct.
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Words that rhyme with undirect
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Questions about saying undirect
How do you pronounce undirect?
Say un-dih-REKT. The American pronunciation is /ʌndɪˈrɛkt/. In British English it is /ʌndɪˈrɛkt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in undirect?
Undirect has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (REKT). Broken into parts: un · dih · REKT.
Do Americans and Brits say undirect the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ʌndɪˈrɛkt/ and the British form is /ʌndɪˈrɛkt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.