Cool MateMeaning of Underground
under the surface of the ground
In simple words: Below the ground or not visible on the surface.
Underground in a sentence
- an underground bunker/tunnel
- underground parking
- an underground car park
- underground passages/caves/streams
- underground cables
- They carried out a series of underground nuclear tests.
- an underground resistance movement
- The changes will affect all workers, whether underground or legal.
- The party was originally formed as an underground organization in 1987.
How to use Underground
Used in contexts like transportation (e.g., underground trains), culture (e.g., underground music), or geography. Not usually used in formal writing when referring to topics above ground.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective or noun
Memory hint
Think of an 'underground tunnel' where trains travel below the earth.
Related words
Collocations with Underground
- underground movement
- underground station
- underground economy
- underground music
Synonyms for Underground
- subterranean
- below surface
- hidden
Opposites of Underground
- above ground
- visible
Common mistakes with Underground
- Confused with 'under ground' as two separate words.
- Overused in contexts where 'hidden' or 'not mainstream' might be more appropriate.
- Omitting the context when referring to 'underground movements.'
Underground appears in
Underground in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
تحت الأرض
تحت الأرض أو غير مرئي على السطح.
- Bengaliবাংলা
মাটির নিচে
মাটির নিচে বা পৃষ্ঠে দেখা যায় না এমন।
- GermanDeutsch
Untergrund
Unter der Erde oder nicht sichtbar an der Oberfläche.
- SpanishEspañol
Subterráneo
Debajo del suelo o no visible en la superficie.
- Persianفارسی
زیرزمینی
پایینتر از سطح زمین یا نامرئی روی سطح.
- FrenchFrançais
Souterrain
En dessous du sol ou pas visible à la surface.
- Hindiहिन्दी
भूमिगत
ज़मीन के नीचे या सतह पर दिखाई न देने वाला।
- ItalianItaliano
Sotterraneo
Sotto terra o non visibile in superficie.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Subterrâneo
Embaixo da terra ou não visível na superfície.
- RussianРусский
Подземный, подпольный
Ниже уровня земли или невидимый на поверхности.
- Urduاردو
زیر زمین
زمین کے نیچے یا سطح پر نظر نہ آنے والا۔
- Chinese中文
地下
在地下或不在表面可见。
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Frequently asked questions about Underground
What does Underground mean?
Below the ground or not visible on the surface.
What is the definition of Underground?
under the surface of the ground
How do you use Underground in a sentence?
an underground bunker/tunnel
Can you give another example of Underground?
underground parking
What are synonyms for Underground?
Common alternatives include subterranean, below surface, hidden.
What is the opposite of Underground?
Opposite meanings include above ground, visible.
What words go with Underground?
It commonly pairs with underground movement, underground station, underground economy, underground music.
What are common mistakes when using Underground?
Confused with 'under ground' as two separate words. Overused in contexts where 'hidden' or 'not mainstream' might be more appropriate. Omitting the context when referring to 'underground movements.'
How do you pronounce Underground?
US: /["/ˌʌndərˈɡraʊnd/"]/, UK: /["/ˌʌndəˈɡraʊnd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Underground?
Used in contexts like transportation (e.g., underground trains), culture (e.g., underground music), or geography. Not usually used in formal writing when referring to topics above ground.
What CEFR level is Underground?
"Underground" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.