How to Pronounce Subfamily

To pronounce "subfamily", say SUBF-am-ily — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

SUBF-am-ily

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💡 Tip for remembering “subfamily”

"subfamily" has 3 syllables: subf-am-ily. It rhymes with family and multifamily, if that helps it stick.

What does subfamily mean?

noun

  1. A taxonomic category ranking between a family and a genus; formerly called a tribe

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Words that rhyme with subfamily

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familymultifamily

Related words

subtribesubspeciessubsectionsubtribussubordersupertribesubtaxonsuperorder

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "subfamily"?▾

"Subfamily" has 3 syllables: subf · am · ily.

What does "subfamily" mean?▾

Subfamily: A taxonomic category ranking between a family and a genus; formerly called a tribe

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