How to Pronounce "subsystem"
word
ˈsəbˌsɪstəm
SUB-sis-tuhm
ˈsʌbˌsɪstəm
SUB-sis-tuhm
Definition
A subsystem is a smaller part of a larger system, designed to perform a specific function within the whole.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsəbˌsɪstəm
British English
ˈsʌbˌsɪstəm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SUB-sis-tuhm
UK
SUB-sis-tuhm
Listen in Context
The cooling subsystem keeps the computer from overheating.
Each subsystem must work with the others in the robot.
The car's braking subsystem is very important for safety.
We need to upgrade the software subsystem before adding new features.