How to Pronounce Subordination

To pronounce "subordination", say SUB-ord-in-at-ion — 5 syllables, IPA /səˌbɔːdɪˈneɪʃn̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

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Letters

/səˌbɔːdɪˈneɪʃn̩/

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💡 Tip for remembering “subordination”

"subordination" has 5 syllables: sub-ord-in-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does subordination mean?

noun

  1. The process of making something subordinate.
  2. The process of subordinating.

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Words that rhyme with subordination

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

masteryhyponymysubjectionsubserviencesubjugationsubmissioninsubordinationconcession

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "subordination"?▾

"Subordination" has 5 syllables: sub · ord · in · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "subordination"?▾

The IPA transcription of "subordination" is /səˌbɔːdɪˈneɪʃn̩/.

What does "subordination" mean?▾

Subordination: The process of making something subordinate.

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