How to Pronounce "underwhelming"
word
ˌʌndɚˈwɛlmɪŋ
un-der-WEL-ming
ˌʌndəwˈɛlmɪŋ
un-duh-WEL-ming
Definition
Describes something that is less exciting, impressive, or satisfying than expected. It means something was disappointing or did not live up to hopes.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌʌndɚˈwɛlmɪŋ
British English
ˌʌndəwˈɛlmɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
un-der-WEL-ming
UK
un-duh-WEL-ming
Listen in Context
The movie was underwhelming compared to all the hype.
His performance in the game was underwhelming.
The restaurant's food was really underwhelming.
Everyone expected the concert to be amazing, but it was pretty underwhelming.