How to Pronounce "undercurrent"
word
ˈəndɝˌkɝənt
UN-der-KUR-uhnt
ˌʌndəkˈʌɹənt
UN-duh-KUH-ruhnt
Definition
An undercurrent is a feeling, idea, or force that exists below the surface and is not immediately obvious. It can also refer to a hidden flow of water beneath the surface.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈəndɝˌkɝənt
British English
ˌʌndəkˈʌɹənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
UN-der-KUR-uhnt
UK
UN-duh-KUH-ruhnt
Listen in Context
There is an undercurrent in the river that makes swimming dangerous.
She felt an undercurrent of sadness at the party.
An undercurrent of anger was present in their conversation.
Even though everyone was smiling, there was an undercurrent of tension in the room.