How to Pronounce Subdue

To pronounce "subdue", say SUBD-ue — 2 syllables, IPA /səbˈdjuː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/səbˈdjuː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “subdue”

"subdue" has 2 syllables: subd-ue. It rhymes with blue and slew, if that helps it stick.

What does subdue mean?

verb

  1. To overcome, quieten, or bring under control.
  2. To bring (a country) under control by force.

Synonyms

underbring

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Words that rhyme with subdue

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

blueslewpursuetrueviewconstruehithertoeschewpurviewimbuecootaboo

Related words

inhibitrepresssuppressconquerquashreduceovercomesubjugate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "subdue"?▾

"Subdue" has 2 syllables: subd · ue.

What is the IPA transcription of "subdue"?▾

The IPA transcription of "subdue" is /səbˈdjuː/.

What does "subdue" mean?▾

Subdue: To overcome, quieten, or bring under control.

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