How to pronounce unterrific
Say it like uhn-tuh-RIF-ik. Unterrific has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (RIF).
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- uhn
- tuh
- RIF
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unterrific 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.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- RIFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of unterrific
American and British speakers say unterrific in essentially the same way: /ˌʌntəˈrɪfɪk/ in the US and /ˌʌntəˈrɪfɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: uhn-tuh-RIF-ik.
What does unterrific mean?
- Unterrifying; not causing or involving terror.
- Unexceptional, ordinary.
Where does unterrific come from?
From un- + terrific.
Words that rhyme with unterrific
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Questions about saying unterrific
How do you pronounce unterrific?
Say uhn-tuh-RIF-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌntəˈrɪfɪk/. In British English it is /ˌʌntəˈrɪfɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unterrific?
Unterrific has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (RIF). Broken into parts: uhn · tuh · RIF · ik.
Do Americans and Brits say unterrific the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌʌntəˈrɪfɪk/ and the British form is /ˌʌntəˈrɪfɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.