To pronounce "underwhelming", say UND-erwh-elm-ing — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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UND-erwh-elm-ing
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"underwhelming" has 4 syllables: und-erwh-elm-ing.
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"Underwhelming" has 4 syllables: und · erwh · elm · ing.
Underwhelming: Failing to interest; not as exciting as promised or expected.
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