How to Pronounce Subcutaneous

To pronounce "subcutaneous", say SUBC-ut-an-eous — 4 syllables, IPA /sʌbkjuːˈteɪnɪəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

/sʌbkjuːˈteɪnɪəs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “subcutaneous”

"subcutaneous" has 4 syllables: subc-ut-an-eous.

What does subcutaneous mean?

adjective

  1. Pertaining to the fatty layer under the skin.

Related words

hypodermicsubdermalskinstunhypodermalintradermalintradermicintracutaneous

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "subcutaneous"?▾

"Subcutaneous" has 4 syllables: subc · ut · an · eous.

What is the IPA transcription of "subcutaneous"?▾

The IPA transcription of "subcutaneous" is /sʌbkjuːˈteɪnɪəs/.

What does "subcutaneous" mean?▾

Subcutaneous: Pertaining to the fatty layer under the skin.

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