How to Pronounce Subduing

To pronounce "subduing", say SUBD-uing — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

SUBD-uing

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💡 Tip for remembering “subduing”

"subduing" has 2 syllables: subd-uing. It rhymes with stewing and misconstruing, if that helps it stick.

What does subduing mean?

verb

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

Synonyms

underbring

Words that rhyme with subduing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

stewingmisconstruingviewingpursuingundoingbluingscrewingmewingreviewingcuingeschewingbrewing

Related words

inhibitrepresssuppressconquerquashreduceovercomesubjugate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "subduing"?▾

"Subduing" has 2 syllables: subd · uing.

What does "subduing" mean?▾

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

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