How to Pronounce "aboveground"
word
əˈbʌvˌɡraʊnd
uh-BUV-ground
əˈbʌvˌɡraʊnd
uh-BUV-ground
Definition
Located or happening on or above the surface of the earth, not below it. Often used to describe structures or activities that are not underground.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈbʌvˌɡraʊnd
British English
əˈbʌvˌɡraʊnd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-BUV-ground
UK
uh-BUV-ground
Listen in Context
Our house has an aboveground pool in the backyard.
Some vegetables grow aboveground, while others grow underground.
The aboveground parking lot is easy to find.
We store all the chemicals in an aboveground facility to keep them safe.