How to pronounce subacute
Say it like suhb-uh-KYOOT. Subacute has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KYOOT).
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- suhb
- uh
- KYOOT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Subacute pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- suhbGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- KYOOTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of subacute
American and British speakers say subacute in essentially the same way: /ˌsʌbəˈkjut/ in the US and /ˌsʌbəˈkjuːt/ in the UK.
British respelling: suhb-uh-KYOOT.
What does subacute mean?
- Longer in duration than acute but shorter in duration than chronic.
- Lesser in severity than acute.
- Having a pointed tip, but with a broad (obtuse) or slightly rounded angle
- A patient whose condition is less than acute.
Where does subacute come from?
From sub- + acute.
Words that rhyme with subacute
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of subacute.
Questions about saying subacute
How do you pronounce subacute?
Say suhb-uh-KYOOT. The American pronunciation is /ˌsʌbəˈkjut/. In British English it is /ˌsʌbəˈkjuːt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in subacute?
Subacute has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KYOOT). Broken into parts: suhb · uh · KYOOT.
Do Americans and Brits say subacute the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌsʌbəˈkjut/ and the British form is /ˌsʌbəˈkjuːt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.