How to Pronounce Underneath

To pronounce "underneath", say UND-ern-eath — 3 syllables, IPA /ʌndəˈniθ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ʌndəˈniθ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “underneath”

"underneath" has 3 syllables: und-ern-eath. It rhymes with bequeath and beneath, if that helps it stick.

What does underneath mean?

noun

  1. The lower surface or part of something.

    “The underneath of the aircraft was painted blue.”

  2. A background radio sound track played during a specific announcement or program.

adjective

  1. Under, lower.

    “You can have the underneath bunk.”

adverb

  1. Below; in a place beneath.
  2. On the underside or lower face.

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Words that rhyme with underneath

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bequeathbeneathsheathwreathteethmeathsmeath

Related words

beneathundersidebelowunderdownstairsdownfusebehind

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "underneath"?▾

"Underneath" has 3 syllables: und · ern · eath.

What is the IPA transcription of "underneath"?▾

The IPA transcription of "underneath" is /ʌndəˈniθ/.

What does "underneath" mean?▾

Underneath: The lower surface or part of something.

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