How to Pronounce Subdued

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/səbˈdjuːd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “subdued”

"subdued" has 2 syllables: subd-ued. It rhymes with shrewd and crude, if that helps it stick.

What does subdued mean?

verb

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

adjective

  1. Conquered; overpowered; crushed; submissive.

    “He is subdued after the disagreement last night.”

  2. Not glaring in color; soft and light in tone.

    “The colour scheme used for this room is subdued.”

Synonyms

underbring

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Words that rhyme with subdued

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shrewdcrudefortitudelewdbroodeludeaptitudeprecludeineptitudeexudealludesolitude

Related words

restrainedsoftdarktamelow-keyedhushedmutedquiet

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "subdued"?▾

"Subdued" has 2 syllables: subd · ued.

What is the IPA transcription of "subdued"?▾

The IPA transcription of "subdued" is /səbˈdjuːd/.

What does "subdued" mean?▾

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

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