How to pronounce subpar
Say it like sub-PAR. Subpar has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PAR).
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- sub
- PAR
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Subpar pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- subKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- PARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of subpar
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: sub-PAH.
What does subpar mean?
- Of less than a traditional or accepted standard.“Bob's grasp of English was subpar.”
- Synonym of below par.
- Trading at a price below face value.
Where does subpar come from?
From sub- + par.
Words that rhyme with subpar
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of subpar.
Questions about saying subpar
How do you pronounce subpar?
Say sub-PAR. The American pronunciation is /səbˈpɑr/. In British English it is /sʌbˈpɑː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in subpar?
Subpar has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PAR). Broken into parts: sub · PAR.
Is subpar 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 /sʌbˈpɑː/ (sub-PAH).