To pronounce "subcontracting", say SUBC-ontr-act-ing — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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SUBC-ontr-act-ing
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"subcontracting" has 4 syllables: subc-ontr-act-ing. It rhymes with exacting and enacting, if that helps it stick.
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"Subcontracting" has 4 syllables: subc · ontr · act · ing.
Subcontracting: To contract out portions of a larger contracted project.
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