How to pronounce subcomponent
Say it like suhb-kum-POH-nunt. Subcomponent has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (POH).
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- suhb
- kum
- POH
- nunt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Subcomponent 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.
- kumKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- POHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- nuntKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of subcomponent
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: suhb-kum-POH-nunt.
What does subcomponent mean?
- A lesser or secondary component.
Where does subcomponent come from?
From sub- + component.
Words that rhyme with subcomponent
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Questions about saying subcomponent
How do you pronounce subcomponent?
Say suhb-kum-POH-nunt. The American pronunciation is /ˌsʌbkəmˈpoʊnənt/. In British English it is /ˌsʌbkəmˈpəʊnənt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in subcomponent?
Subcomponent has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (POH). Broken into parts: suhb · kum · POH · nunt.
Is subcomponent pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˌsʌbkəmˈpəʊnənt/ (suhb-kum-POH-nunt).