How to pronounce unduly
Say it like un-DOO-lee. Unduly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DOO).
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- un
- DOO
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unduly 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 relaxed "uh" in about.
- DOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of unduly
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: un-DYOO-lee.
What does unduly mean?
- Undeservedly; in a way that is not warranted.“The speaker unduly criticized his opponent and later apologized for this.”
Where does unduly come from?
From undue + -ly or un- + duly.
Words that rhyme with unduly
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of unduly.
Questions about saying unduly
How do you pronounce unduly?
Say un-DOO-lee. The American pronunciation is /ənˈduli/. In British English it is /ʌnˈdjuːli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unduly?
Unduly has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DOO). Broken into parts: un · DOO · lee.
Is unduly pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /ʌnˈdjuːli/ (un-DYOO-lee).