How to Pronounce Subcontractor

To pronounce "subcontractor", say SUBC-ontr-act-or — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

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13

Letters

SUBC-ontr-act-or

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💡 Tip for remembering “subcontractor”

"subcontractor" has 4 syllables: subc-ontr-act-or. It rhymes with benefactor and actor, if that helps it stick.

What does subcontractor mean?

noun

  1. A contractor hired by a general contractor employed by the contractor rather than directly hired by the customer.

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Words that rhyme with subcontractor

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benefactoractormalefactorfactortractorreactorchiropractor

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "subcontractor"?▾

"Subcontractor" has 4 syllables: subc · ontr · act · or.

What does "subcontractor" mean?▾

Subcontractor: A contractor hired by a general contractor employed by the contractor rather than directly hired by the customer.

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