B2verb2K

UK/["/ˌʌndəˈɡəʊ/","/ˌʌndəˈɡəʊz/","/ˌʌndəˈwent/","/ˌʌndəˈɡɒn/","/ˌʌndəˈɡəʊɪŋ/"]/US/["/ˌʌndərˈɡəʊ/","/ˌʌndərˈɡəʊz/","/ˌʌndərˈwent/","/ˌʌndərˈɡɔːn/","/ˌʌndərˈɡəʊɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Undergo

to experience something, especially a change or something unpleasant

In simple words: to go through something, especially a change or process

Undergo in a sentence

  • to **undergo tests/trials/repairs**
  • My mother **underwent** major **surgery** last year.
  • Some children **undergo a** complete **transformation** when they become teenagers.
  • The drug is currently undergoing trials in America.

How to use Undergo

Typically used in contexts such as medical procedures or transformations. Avoid using in overly casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

undergo + object

Memory hint

Think 'under-go', as if you are going under the surface of a process.

Related words

Collocations with Undergo

  • undergo treatment
  • undergo changes
  • undergo a procedure
  • undergo transformation
  • undergo testing

Synonyms for Undergo

Opposites of Undergo

Common mistakes with Undergo

  • Confused with 'underwent', which is the past form
  • Using it without an object, e.g., 'She will undergo.' (missing 'treatment')
  • Incorrectly assuming it can take a direct object without context

Compare Undergo with Experience, Face, Endure, Sustain

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Frequently asked questions about Undergo

What does Undergo mean?

to go through something, especially a change or process

What is the definition of Undergo?

to experience something, especially a change or something unpleasant

How do you use Undergo in a sentence?

to **undergo tests/trials/repairs**

Can you give another example of Undergo?

My mother **underwent** major **surgery** last year.

What are synonyms for Undergo?

Common alternatives include experience, go through, face, endure, sustain.

What is the opposite of Undergo?

Opposite meanings include avoid, bypass, neglect.

What words go with Undergo?

It commonly pairs with undergo treatment, undergo changes, undergo a procedure, undergo transformation, undergo testing.

What are common mistakes when using Undergo?

Confused with 'underwent', which is the past form Using it without an object, e.g., 'She will undergo.' (missing 'treatment') Incorrectly assuming it can take a direct object without context

How do you pronounce Undergo?

US: /["/ˌʌndərˈɡəʊ/","/ˌʌndərˈɡəʊz/","/ˌʌndərˈwent/","/ˌʌndərˈɡɔːn/","/ˌʌndərˈɡəʊɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˌʌndəˈɡəʊ/","/ˌʌndəˈɡəʊz/","/ˌʌndəˈwent/","/ˌʌndəˈɡɒn/","/ˌʌndəˈɡəʊɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Undergo?

Typically used in contexts such as medical procedures or transformations. Avoid using in overly casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Undergo?

"Undergo" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.