Subject to Meaning in English
expression
ˈsəbdʒɪkt/, /səbˈdʒɛkt/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
SUHB-jikt too / suhb-JEKT tuh / suhb-jikt tuh
ˈsʌb.dʒɪkt/ /tˈuː
SUB-jikt TOO
Definition
Used to say that something depends on a condition, rule, or possibility, or is affected by something else. It can also mean to be likely to experience something, especially something unpleasant.
Usage & Nuances
Common in formal, legal, and business contexts. Typically used before conditions: 'subject to approval', 'subject to change.' Not about school subjects. Often followed by a noun or -ing verb.
Spanish: sujeto a - condicionado aPortuguese (BR): sujeito a - condicionado aPortuguese (PT): sujeito a - condicionado aChinese (Simplified): 受...影响 - 取决于Chinese (Traditional): 受...影響 - 取決於Hindi: के अधीन - पर निर्भरArabic: خاضع لـ - رهين بـBengali: সাপেক্ষে - অধীনRussian: зависит от - подлежитJapanese: ～に従う - ～の対象となるVietnamese: phụ thuộc vào - chịuKorean: ~에 따라 - ~의 대상이 되는Turkish: -e tabi - bağlı olarakUrdu: کے تابع - پر منحصرIndonesian: tergantung pada - tunduk pada
Example Sentences
The offer is subject to approval by the manager.
basic
The schedule is subject to change.
basic
Prices are subject to tax.
basic
All bookings are subject to availability, so book early.
natural
Employees are subject to regular performance reviews.
natural
Anyone who breaks the rule will be subject to a fine.
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