How to Pronounce "subsidies"
word
ˈsəbsədiz/, /ˈsəbsɪdiz
SUHB-suh-deez
sˈʌbsɪdɪz
SUB-si-deez
Definition
Money given by a government or organization to help support a business or activity, making it cheaper or more affordable for people.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsəbsədiz/, /ˈsəbsɪdiz
British English
sˈʌbsɪdɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SUHB-suh-deez
UK
SUB-si-deez
Listen in Context
The government gives subsidies to farmers to help them grow food.
Some companies get subsidies to reduce energy costs.
Without subsidies, public transport would be much more expensive.
Cuts to fuel subsidies made gas prices jump overnight.