"Underestimate" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
To underestimate something or someone means to think that they are less capable, skilled, or important than they really are. It means to judge someone or something as being weaker or less effective than they actually are.
I've been working out for months, and my coach says I shouldn't underestimate my ability to run a marathon in under 3 hours.
It is a big mistake to underestimate the impact of climate change on our daily lives.
If you underestimate the cost of the materials, you might end up with a budget deficit.
Try not to underestimate the difficulty of the test, you've got to study hard for it.
Do not underestimate the power of a well-written resume, it can make all the difference in job hunting.
Having a job, but not enough to fully utilize one's skills, education, or potential; working part-time or in a limited capacity.