How to Pronounce Undertakes

To pronounce "undertakes", say UND-ert-ak-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

UND-ert-ak-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “undertakes”

"undertakes" has 4 syllables: und-ert-ak-es. It rhymes with takes and stakes, if that helps it stick.

What does undertakes mean?

verb

  1. To take upon oneself; to start, to embark on (a specific task etc.).
  2. To commit oneself (to an obligation, activity etc.).

    “He undertook to exercise more in future.”

Words that rhyme with undertakes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

takesstakesmistakesmakesjakesbreakssnakesrakessnowflakesheadachesstrakessweepstakes

Related words

attemptguaranteecontracttackleaccomplishesachievesaddresses

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "undertakes"?▾

"Undertakes" has 4 syllables: und · ert · ak · es.

What does "undertakes" mean?▾

Undertakes: To take upon oneself; to start, to embark on (a specific task etc.).

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