How to Pronounce "subordinates"
word
səˈbɔɹdəˌneɪts/, /səˈbɔɹdənəts
suh-BOR-duh-nayts, suh-BOR-duh-nuhts
səˈbɔːdɪnəts
suh-BAW-di-nuhts
Definition
People who have a lower position or rank in an organization and must follow the instructions of someone with a higher position or authority.
IPA Transcription
American English
səˈbɔɹdəˌneɪts/, /səˈbɔɹdənəts
British English
səˈbɔːdɪnəts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
suh-BOR-duh-nayts, suh-BOR-duh-nuhts
UK
suh-BAW-di-nuhts
Listen in Context
The manager gave instructions to her subordinates.
He always supports his subordinates at work.
All subordinates must attend the meeting.
Most managers try to build trust with their subordinates.