How to pronounce subunits
Say it like suhb-YOO-nits. Subunits has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (YOO).
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- suhb
- YOO
- nits
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Subunits 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.
- nitsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of subunits
American and British speakers say subunits in essentially the same way: /ˌsʌˈbjunɪts/ in the US and /ˌsʌˈbjuːnɪts/ in the UK.
British respelling: suhb-YOO-nits.
What does subunits mean?
- plural of subunit How to pronounce subunit
Questions about saying subunits
How do you pronounce subunits?
Say suhb-YOO-nits. The American pronunciation is /ˌsʌˈbjunɪts/. In British English it is /ˌsʌˈbjuːnɪts/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in subunits?
Subunits has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (YOO). Broken into parts: suhb · YOO · nits.
Do Americans and Brits say subunits the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌsʌˈbjunɪts/ and the British form is /ˌsʌˈbjuːnɪts/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.