How to pronounce subdural
Say it like suhb-DYUUR-ul. Subdural has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DYUUR).
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- suhb
- DYUUR
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Subdural 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.
- DYUURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of subdural
American and British speakers say subdural in essentially the same way: /ˌsʌbˈdjʊrəl/ in the US and /sʌbˈdjʊərəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: sub-DYOOR-rul.
What does subdural mean?
- Located beneath the dura mater and above the arachnoid mater.
Where does subdural come from?
From sub- + dural.
Words that rhyme with subdural
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of subdural.
Questions about saying subdural
How do you pronounce subdural?
Say suhb-DYUUR-ul. The American pronunciation is /ˌsʌbˈdjʊrəl/. In British English it is /sʌbˈdjʊərəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in subdural?
Subdural has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DYUUR). Broken into parts: suhb · DYUUR · ul.
Do Americans and Brits say subdural the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌsʌbˈdjʊrəl/ and the British form is /sʌbˈdjʊərəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.