To pronounce "underperformance", say UND-erp-erf-orm-anc-e — 6 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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UND-erp-erf-orm-anc-e
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"underperformance" has 6 syllables: und-erp-erf-orm-anc-e. It rhymes with performance and conformance, if that helps it stick.
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"Underperformance" has 6 syllables: und · erp · erf · orm · anc · e.
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