How to pronounce subcultures
Say it like SUHB-kuhl-cherz. Subcultures has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SUHB).
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- SUHB
- kuhl
- cherz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Subcultures 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.
- kuhlGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- cherzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of subcultures
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SUHB-kuhl-chuz.
What does subcultures mean?
- plural of subculture How to pronounce subculture
- third-person singular simple present indicative of subculture How to pronounce subculture
Questions about saying subcultures
How do you pronounce subcultures?
Say SUHB-kuhl-cherz. The American pronunciation is /ˈsʌbˌkʌltʃɚz/. In British English it is /ˈsʌbˌkʌltʃəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in subcultures?
Subcultures has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SUHB). Broken into parts: SUHB · kuhl · cherz.
Is subcultures pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈsʌbˌkʌltʃəz/ (SUHB-kuhl-chuz).