How to pronounce Subordinate?

The correct way to pronounce Subordinate is [suh-bor-din-it]. Emphasis is on the 3 syllable. To learn how to pronounce Subordinate, listen and repeat:

What's the definition of Subordinate?

Subordinate – a subordinate is a person who has a lower rank or position in an organization or hierarchy. They typically report to someone with a higher authority. In certain contexts, the term may also refer to something that is secondary or of lesser importance. Subordinates may be responsible for supporting their superiors' work. Their role often involves following directions and fulfilling tasks as assigned.

Examples of usage of Subordinate

  1. The manager reviewed the performance of each subordinate during the annual evaluations.
  2. In the military, every soldier has a subordinate to whom they give orders.
  3. She found it challenging to delegate tasks to her subordinate, who was less experienced.
  4. Being a subordinate means you often have to take instructions from someone else.
  5. The subordinate clauses in the sentence provided additional context for the main idea.