How to Pronounce Subsidy

To pronounce "subsidy", say SUBS-idy — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsʌbsɨdi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈsʌbsɨdi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “subsidy”

"subsidy" has 2 syllables: subs-idy.

What does subsidy mean?

noun

  1. Financial support or assistance, such as a grant.

    “Manufacturing firms are supported by government subsidies in some countries.”

  2. Money granted by parliament to the British Crown.

Antonyms

tax

Related words

subventionsubsidizedsubsidisedsubsidisationsubsidizationgrant-in-aidstipendfunded

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "subsidy"?▾

"Subsidy" has 2 syllables: subs · idy.

What is the IPA transcription of "subsidy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "subsidy" is /ˈsʌbsɨdi/.

What does "subsidy" mean?▾

Subsidy: Financial support or assistance, such as a grant.

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