How to Pronounce Underplay

To pronounce "underplay", say UND-erpl-ay — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

UND-erpl-ay

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💡 Tip for remembering “underplay”

"underplay" has 3 syllables: und-erpl-ay. It rhymes with convey and display, if that helps it stick.

What does underplay mean?

noun

  1. The act of underplaying.

verb

  1. To play in a subordinate, or in an inferior manner; to underact a part.
  2. To make something seem less important than it really is.

Words that rhyme with underplay

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

conveydisplaydismaysobriquetdisarrayallaygaydecayplayportraycachefray

Related words

underactundervalueunderrateunderestimatedownplayminimizeoverlookminimise

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "underplay"?▾

"Underplay" has 3 syllables: und · erpl · ay.

What does "underplay" mean?▾

Underplay: The act of underplaying.

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