How to Pronounce Undershot

To pronounce "undershot", say UND-ersh-ot — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈʌn.də(ɹ)ˌʃɒt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈʌn.də(ɹ)ˌʃɒt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “undershot”

"undershot" has 3 syllables: und-ersh-ot.

What does undershot mean?

verb

  1. To shoot not far enough or not well enough.
  2. To not go far enough when trying to reach a goal.

noun

  1. An undershot water wheel.

adjective

  1. (of a water wheel) Powered by water flowing from below.
  2. Having the lower incisor teeth projecting beyond the upper ones, as in the bulldog.

Antonyms

overshoot

Related words

underslungunderhungprotrusivewaterwheelbreastshotunderdriftside-wheelupwind

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "undershot"?▾

"Undershot" has 3 syllables: und · ersh · ot.

What is the IPA transcription of "undershot"?▾

The IPA transcription of "undershot" is /ˈʌn.də(ɹ)ˌʃɒt/.

What does "undershot" mean?▾

Undershot: To shoot not far enough or not well enough.

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