How to Pronounce Suborn

To pronounce "suborn", say SUB-orn — 2 syllables, IPA /səˈbɔːn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/səˈbɔːn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “suborn”

"suborn" has 2 syllables: sub-orn.

What does suborn mean?

verb

  1. To induce to commit an unlawful or malicious act, or to commit perjury
  2. To procure privately, or by collusion; to incite secretly; to instigate.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "suborn"?▾

"Suborn" has 2 syllables: sub · orn.

What is the IPA transcription of "suborn"?▾

The IPA transcription of "suborn" is /səˈbɔːn/.

What does "suborn" mean?▾

Suborn: To induce to commit an unlawful or malicious act, or to commit perjury

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