© 2026 Sloth Lingo. Learn easy. Lounge wisely.

Topic: Office

understaffed

IPA: /ˌʌndərˈstæft/

KK: /ʌndərˈstæft/

adjective

Definition: Having too few workers to handle the tasks or responsibilities effectively.

Example: The restaurant was understaffed, leading to long wait times for customers.

understrength

IPA: //ˌʌndərˈstrɛŋkθ//

KK: /ʌndərˈstrɛŋkθ/

adjective

Definition: Not having enough members or strength, often used to describe a group or unit that is smaller than needed.

Example: The team was understrength due to several injuries, making it difficult to compete effectively.

undertake

IPA: /ˌʌndərˈteɪk/

KK: /ʌndərˈteɪk/

intransitive verb

Definition: To take on a responsibility or task, often involving effort or commitment.

Example: She decided to undertake the project despite its challenges.

transitive verb

Definition: To take on a responsibility or task, often involving effort or commitment.

Example: She decided to undertake the project despite its challenges.

undertaking

IPA: //ˌʌndərˈteɪkɪŋ//

KK: /ˈʌndərˌteɪkɪŋ/

noun

Definition: A task or project that someone decides to do or take on, often involving effort or responsibility.

Example: Starting a new business is a big undertaking that requires careful planning.

underworked

IPA: /ˌʌndərˈwɜrkt/

KK: /ʌndərˈwɜrkt/

adjective

Definition: Not having enough work to do, leading to a lack of productivity.

Example: He felt underworked and wanted more tasks to keep him busy.

unhired

IPA: /ʌnˈhaɪəd/

KK: /ʌnˈhaɪərd/

adjective

Definition: Not employed or engaged for a job or position.

Example: After several interviews, he remained unhired and decided to explore other opportunities.

uniformed

IPA: /ˈjuːnɪfɔːmd/

KK: /ˈjunɪfɔrmd/

adjective

Definition: Describing a person who is wearing a specific outfit that is the same for everyone in a particular job or organization, like police officers or soldiers.

Example: The uniformed officers patrolled the streets to ensure safety.

unproductive

IPA: //ʌnˈprɒdʌktɪv//

KK: /ʌnˈprɒdʌktɪv/

adjective

Definition: Not able to produce good results or work effectively; not yielding positive outcomes.

Example: The meeting was unproductive, and we didn't make any decisions.

unprofessional

IPA: /ˌʌnprəˈfɛʃənl/

KK: /ʌnprəˈfɛʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Describing behavior or actions that do not meet the expected standards of a profession, often indicating a lack of skill or professionalism.

Example: His unprofessional attitude during the meeting upset many of his colleagues.

unqualified

IPA: //ʌnˈkwɒlɪfaɪd//

KK: /ʌnˈkwɑːlɪfaɪd/

adjective

Definition: Not having the necessary skills or qualifications for a job or task; also means absolute or unconditional without any limitations.

Example: She was unqualified for the position because she lacked the required experience.

←1

...

106107108

...

112→