How to pronounce submandibular
Say it like suhb-man-DIB-yuh-ler. Submandibular has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (DIB).
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- suhb
- man
- DIB
- yuh
- ler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Submandibular 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.
- manKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- DIBSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- yuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of submandibular
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: suhb-man-DIB-yuu-luh.
What does submandibular mean?
- Below the mandible.
- Of or relating to the submandibular gland.
Where does submandibular come from?
From sub- + mandibular.
Words that rhyme with submandibular
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Questions about saying submandibular
How do you pronounce submandibular?
Say suhb-man-DIB-yuh-ler. The American pronunciation is /ˌsʌbmænˈdɪbjəlɚ/. In British English it is /ˌsʌbmænˈdɪbjʊlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in submandibular?
Submandibular has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (DIB). Broken into parts: suhb · man · DIB · yuh · ler.
Is submandibular 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 /ˌsʌbmænˈdɪbjʊlə/ (suhb-man-DIB-yuu-luh).