How to pronounce sub

Say it like this: /ˈsʌb/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/ˈsʌb/

What does sub mean?

verbTo substitute for.

To work as a substitute teacher, especially in primary and secondary education.

To replace (a player) with a substitute.

“He never really made a contribution to the match, so it was no surprise when he was subbed at half time.”

prepUnder.

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