How to Pronounce Underwent

To pronounce "underwent", say UND-erw-ent — 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-erw-ent

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💡 Tip for remembering “underwent”

"underwent" has 3 syllables: und-erw-ent. It rhymes with lament and augment, if that helps it stick.

What does underwent mean?

verb

  1. To go or move under or beneath.
  2. To experience; to pass through a phase.

    “The project is undergoing great changes.”

Synonyms

go throughtakeundercomebrookput up with

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Words that rhyme with underwent

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lamentaugmentcontentpresentdiscontentdissenttormentassentrepentcircumventrepresentmalcontent

Related words

showedundertooktookwentwrotequitpassedspent

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "underwent"?▾

"Underwent" has 3 syllables: und · erw · ent.

What does "underwent" mean?▾

Underwent: To go or move under or beneath.

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