How to Pronounce Subterfuges

To pronounce "subterfuges", say SUBT-erf-ug-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

SUBT-erf-ug-es

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"subterfuges" has 4 syllables: subt-erf-ug-es.

What does subterfuges mean?

noun

  1. An indirect or deceptive device or stratagem; a blind. Refers especially to war and diplomatics.

    “Overt subterfuge in a region nearly caused a minor accident.”

  2. Deception; misrepresentation of the true nature of an activity.

Related words

blindloopholesshenaniganscircumventionsubterraneouslydisguisingdissimulationdissimulating

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How many syllables are in "subterfuges"?▾

"Subterfuges" has 4 syllables: subt · erf · ug · es.

What does "subterfuges" mean?▾

Subterfuges: An indirect or deceptive device or stratagem; a blind. Refers especially to war and diplomatics.

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