How to Pronounce Subarctic

To pronounce "subarctic", say SUB-arct-ic — 3 syllables, IPA /sʌbˈɑːktɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/sʌbˈɑːktɪk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “subarctic”

"subarctic" has 3 syllables: sub-arct-ic.

What does subarctic mean?

noun

  1. Region immediately outside of the Arctic Circle or regions similar to these in climate or conditions of life.

adjective

  1. Of, relating to, or characteristic of the subarctic.

Related words

subarcticbackarcarcticianaridlandneoarcticarcticasub-boreal

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "subarctic"?▾

"Subarctic" has 3 syllables: sub · arct · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "subarctic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "subarctic" is /sʌbˈɑːktɪk/.

What does "subarctic" mean?▾

Subarctic: Region immediately outside of the Arctic Circle or regions similar to these in climate or conditions of life.

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