Underrate or Underate

Correct spelling “Underrate” vs wrong “Underate”.

Underate

Incorrect spelling - “Underate” is incorrect and not used in standard English.

"Underate" is a common misspelling of "Underrate". Always use "Underrate" when referring to the correct word.

Underrate

Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.

“Underrate” means to undervalue or underestimate someone or something.

Definition of Underrate

"Underrate": “Underrate” means to undervalue or underestimate someone or something.

This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms for Underrate

  • undervalue
  • underestimate

Usage Examples

"Correct:" Do not underrate her talent.

"Correct:" People often underrate small businesses.

"Correct:" Never underrate the power of consistency.

"Correct:" He underrated his opponent.

"Incorrect:" Do not underate her talent.

"Incorrect:" People often underate small businesses.

"Incorrect:" Never underate the power of consistency.

"Incorrect:" He underated his opponent.

Notes:

  • Remember ‘rate’ not ‘rate’ missing e.
  • Underate is always wrong.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Correct spelling?

A: Underrate.

Q: Why not underate?

A: Missing extra ‘r’.

Q: Meaning?

A: To undervalue or underestimate.

Q: Trick?

A: Double R in rate → underrate.

Summary

“Underrate” is correct; “Underate” is wrong.