To pronounce "understatement", say UND-erst-at-em-ent — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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UND-erst-at-em-ent
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"understatement" has 5 syllables: und-erst-at-em-ent. It rhymes with statement and abatement, if that helps it stick.
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"Understatement" has 5 syllables: und · erst · at · em · ent.
Understatement: An incomplete statement, particularly:
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