How to Pronounce Undermine

To pronounce "undermine", say UND-erm-in-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ʌndəˈmaɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ʌndəˈmaɪn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “undermine”

"undermine" has 4 syllables: und-erm-in-e. It rhymes with saccharine and malign, if that helps it stick.

What does undermine mean?

verb

To dig underneath (something), to make a passage for destructive or military purposes; to sap.
To weaken or work against; to hinder, sabotage.
“The war efforts were undermined by the constant bickering between the allies.”

Antonyms

undergird

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Words that rhyme with undermine

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saccharine malign asinine byzantine benign supine whine decline line fine outline concubine

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "undermine"?▾

"Undermine" has 4 syllables: und · erm · in · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "undermine"?▾

The IPA transcription of "undermine" is /ʌndəˈmaɪn/.

What does "undermine" mean?▾

Undermine: To dig underneath (something), to make a passage for destructive or military purposes; to sap.

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