How to Pronounce Underperforming

To pronounce "underperforming", say UND-erp-erf-orm-ing — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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15

Letters

UND-erp-erf-orm-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “underperforming”

"underperforming" has 5 syllables: und-erp-erf-orm-ing. It rhymes with transforming and swarming, if that helps it stick.

What does underperforming mean?

verb

  1. To underachieve, to not reach standards or expectations, especially with respect to a financial investment.

adjective

  1. That performs less well than required

Antonyms

overperformoverperforming

Words that rhyme with underperforming

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

transformingswarmingformingheartwarmingconformingbrainstormingperforminginformingstormingreformingwarmingbarnstorming

Related words

offunperformingunexcellingnonperformingunderproductiveunderproficientunderproducedunderused

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "underperforming"?▾

"Underperforming" has 5 syllables: und · erp · erf · orm · ing.

What does "underperforming" mean?▾

Underperforming: To underachieve, to not reach standards or expectations, especially with respect to a financial investment.

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