How to Pronounce "undertook"
word
ˌəndɝˈtʊk
un-der-TUUK
ˌʌndətˈʊk
un-duh-TUUK
Definition
Past tense of 'undertake': to start or accept responsibility for a task, project, or commitment.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌəndɝˈtʊk
British English
ˌʌndətˈʊk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
un-der-TUUK
UK
un-duh-TUUK
Listen in Context
She undertook the responsibility of caring for her siblings.
The team undertook a new project last year.
He undertook to finish the work by Monday.
After much discussion, we undertook a complete review of the policy.