How to Pronounce Underprivileged

To pronounce "underprivileged", say UND-erpr-iv-il-eg-ed — 6 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

UND-erpr-iv-il-eg-ed

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"underprivileged" has 6 syllables: und-erpr-iv-il-eg-ed.

What does underprivileged mean?

noun

  1. A deprived person; deprived people (normally used as a plural).

adjective

  1. Deprived of the opportunities and advantages of others, usually through no fault of one's own.

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Related words

depriveddisadvantagedunderclasspoorimpoverishedindigentunderservedpoverty-stricken

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "underprivileged"?▾

"Underprivileged" has 6 syllables: und · erpr · iv · il · eg · ed.

What does "underprivileged" mean?▾

Underprivileged: A deprived person; deprived people (normally used as a plural).

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