How to pronounce subunit
Say it like suhb-YOO-nit. Subunit has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (YOO).
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- suhb
- YOO
- nit
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Subunit 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.
- YOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- nitKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of subunit
American and British speakers say subunit in essentially the same way: /ˌsʌˈbjunɪt/ in the US and /sʌˈbjuːnɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: suh-BYOO-nit.
What does subunit mean?
- Any subdivision of a larger unit.
- A protein subunit.
Where does subunit come from?
From sub- + unit.
Questions about saying subunit
How do you pronounce subunit?
Say suhb-YOO-nit. The American pronunciation is /ˌsʌˈbjunɪt/. In British English it is /sʌˈbjuːnɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in subunit?
Subunit has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (YOO). Broken into parts: suhb · YOO · nit.
Do Americans and Brits say subunit the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌsʌˈbjunɪt/ and the British form is /sʌˈbjuːnɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.