How to Pronounce Underdressed

To pronounce "underdressed", say UND-erdr-ess-ed — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

UND-erdr-ess-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “underdressed”

"underdressed" has 4 syllables: und-erdr-ess-ed.

What does underdressed mean?

verb

  1. To dress in insufficiently warm clothes.
  2. To dress in insufficiently formal clothes.

adjective

  1. Insufficiently dressed, as for cold weather.
  2. Insufficiently well-dressed, as for a formal event.

Antonyms

overdress

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "underdressed"?▾

"Underdressed" has 4 syllables: und · erdr · ess · ed.

What does "underdressed" mean?▾

Underdressed: To dress in insufficiently warm clothes.

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