How to Pronounce Subcontract

To pronounce "subcontract", say SUBC-ontr-act — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

11

Letters

SUBC-ontr-act

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💡 Tip for remembering “subcontract”

"subcontract" has 3 syllables: subc-ontr-act. It rhymes with abstract and impact, if that helps it stick.

What does subcontract mean?

noun

  1. A portion of a contracted project that is contracted out in turn.

verb

  1. To contract out portions of a larger contracted project.

Synonyms

farm outoutsource

Words that rhyme with subcontract

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

abstractimpactcompactactcontractenactcontactcounteractextractexactartifactretract

Related words

joboutsourcedoutsourceoutsourcingsubcontractorcontractsubletentrust

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "subcontract"?▾

"Subcontract" has 3 syllables: subc · ontr · act.

What does "subcontract" mean?▾

Subcontract: A portion of a contracted project that is contracted out in turn.

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