How to Pronounce Suburb

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈsʌbɜːb/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “suburb”

"suburb" has 2 syllables: sub-urb.

What does suburb mean?

noun

  1. A residential area located on the outskirts of a city or large town that usually includes businesses that cater to its residents; such as schools, grocery stores, shopping centers, restaurants, convenience stores, etc.
  2. (by extension) The outer part; the environment.

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Related words

suburbiabarriodistrictcountrysideneighbourhoodneighborhoodcapitaledge

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "suburb"?▾

"Suburb" has 2 syllables: sub · urb.

What is the IPA transcription of "suburb"?▾

The IPA transcription of "suburb" is /ˈsʌbɜːb/.

What does "suburb" mean?▾

Suburb: A residential area located on the outskirts of a city or large town that usually includes businesses that cater to its residents; such as schools, grocery stores, shopping centers, restaurants, convenience stores, etc.

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