How Do You Spell SUBORDINATE?

Pronunciation: [sʌbˈɔːdɪnət] (IPA)

The word "subordinate" is spelled with a silent "b" in the middle. The IPA phonetic transcription for this word is /səˈbɔːdənət/. The "u" in the first syllable is pronounced as "uh" and the "o" in the second syllable is pronounced as "aw". The "e" in the final syllable is silent. This word is commonly used to describe a person or a group of people who are in a lower position or rank in an organization.

SUBORDINATE Meaning and Definition

  1. The adjective "subordinate" refers to something or someone that is lower in rank, position, or importance in relation to another. Subordinate can describe a person, group, organization, or element, indicating their position of lesser authority, control, or status. In a hierarchical structure, subordinates are individuals or entities that report to or are under the direction and oversight of a higher-ranking individual or entity.

    In a workplace setting, a subordinate typically refers to an employee who works under the supervision or management of a superior or higher-level manager. They are responsible for carrying out tasks or duties delegated to them by their superiors, adhering to instructions and guidelines provided. Subordinates are expected to follow the direction and decisions of their superiors, promoting cohesiveness, collaboration, and efficient functioning of the organization.

    In a military context, subordinates refer to soldiers or units that are under the command of higher-ranking officers, following their instructions and participating in operations as directed. This hierarchical structure ensures a clear chain of command and supports effective coordination and execution of military operations.

    The term "subordinate" can also function as a verb, meaning to place or rank something or someone as being of lower importance or authority within a particular group or system. This action of subordination denotes the act of placing under authority, control, or influence of a higher-ranking entity.

  2. • Inferior in nature, rank, or importance; descending in a regular series.
    • One who stands in rank or dignity below another; an inferior person.
    • To place in order or rank below another; to consider of less value or importance; to make of less value.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of SUBORDINATE

The word "subordinate" comes from the Latin word "subordinatus", which is the past participle of the verb "subordinare". The Latin term is a combination of "sub" meaning "under" and "ordinare" meaning "to order or arrange". Thus, the word "subordinate" originally meant "to place under order or arrange in a lower position". Over time, it took on the meaning of being lower or inferior in rank, position, or importance.

Idioms with the word SUBORDINATE

  • subordinate sm or sth to (sm or sth else) The idiom "subordinate someone or something to someone or something else" means to place someone or something in a position of lesser importance or authority in relation to someone or something else. It implies that the person or thing being subordinated is being made subservient or subordinate to another entity.

Similar spelling words for SUBORDINATE

Plural form of SUBORDINATE is SUBORDINATES

Conjugate verb Subordinate

CONDITIONAL

I would subordinate
you would subordinate
he/she/it would subordinate
we would subordinate
they would subordinate

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be subordinating
you would be subordinating
he/she/it would be subordinating
we would be subordinating
they would be subordinating

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have subordinate
you would have subordinate
he/she/it would have subordinate
we would have subordinate
they would have subordinate

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been subordinating
you would have been subordinating
he/she/it would have been subordinating
we would have been subordinating
they would have been subordinating

FUTURE

I will subordinate
you will subordinate
he/she/it will subordinate
we will subordinate
they will subordinate

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be subordinating
you will be subordinating
he/she/it will be subordinating
we will be subordinating
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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have subordinated
you will have subordinated
he/she/it will have subordinated
we will have subordinated
they will have subordinated

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been subordinating
you will have been subordinating
he/she/it will have been subordinating
we will have been subordinating
they will have been subordinating

IMPERATIVE

you subordinate
we let´s subordinate

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to subordinate

PAST

I subordinated
you subordinated
he/she/it subordinated
we subordinated
they subordinated

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was subordinating
you were subordinating
he/she/it was subordinating
we were subordinating
they were subordinating

PAST PARTICIPLE

subordinated

PAST PERFECT

I had subordinated
you had subordinated
he/she/it had subordinated
we had subordinated
they had subordinated

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been subordinating
you had been subordinating
he/she/it had been subordinating
we had been subordinating
they had been subordinating

PRESENT

I subordinate
you subordinate
he/she/it subordinates
we subordinate
they subordinate

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am subordinating
you are subordinating
he/she/it is subordinating
we are subordinating
they are subordinating

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

subordinating

PRESENT PERFECT

I have subordinated
you have subordinated
he/she/it has subordinated
we have subordinated
they have subordinated

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been subordinating
you have been subordinating
he/she/it has been subordinating
we have been subordinating
they have been subordinating
I would have subordinated
we would have subordinated
you would have subordinated
he/she/it would have subordinated
they would have subordinated

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