How to pronounce subdivision
Say it like SUHB-dih-vizh-un. Subdivision has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SUHB).
- SUHB
- dih
- vizh
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Subdivision 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.
- dihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- vizhGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of subdivision
American and British speakers say subdivision in essentially the same way: /ˈsʌbdɪˌvɪʒən/ in the US and /ˈsʌbdɪˌvɪʒən/ in the UK.
British respelling: SUHB-dih-vizh-un.
What does subdivision mean?
- an area composed of subdivided lots
- the act of subdividing; division of something previously divided
- a division of some larger or more complex organization“a branch of Congress”“botany is a branch of biology”
Where does subdivision come from?
From sub- + division.
Questions about saying subdivision
How do you pronounce subdivision?
Say SUHB-dih-vizh-un. The American pronunciation is /ˈsʌbdɪˌvɪʒən/. In British English it is /ˈsʌbdɪˌvɪʒən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in subdivision?
Subdivision has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SUHB). Broken into parts: SUHB · dih · vizh · un.
Do Americans and Brits say subdivision the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsʌbdɪˌvɪʒən/ and the British form is /ˈsʌbdɪˌvɪʒən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.