How to pronounce subbie
Say it like SUHB-ee. Subbie has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SUHB).
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- SUHB
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Subbie pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SUHBSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of subbie
American and British speakers say subbie in essentially the same way: /ˈsʌbi/ in the US and /ˈsʌbi/ in the UK.
British respelling: SUHB-ee.
What does subbie mean?
- A subcontractor.“He worked as a subbie in the construction industry.”
- A subpostmaster.
- A submissive.
Where does subbie come from?
From sub + -ie.
Words that rhyme with subbie
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of subbie.
Questions about saying subbie
How do you pronounce subbie?
Say SUHB-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈsʌbi/. In British English it is /ˈsʌbi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in subbie?
Subbie has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SUHB). Broken into parts: SUHB · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say subbie the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsʌbi/ and the British form is /ˈsʌbi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.