How to pronounce subtract: pronunciation tips and guide
subtract
verb
How to pronounce subtract?
The word subtract sounds like sub-tract
/səb'trækt/
What is the definition of subtract?
verbmake a subtraction
Examples
- subtract this amount from my paycheck
verbtake off or away
Examples
- this prefix was subtracted when the word was borrowed from French
What is the difference between 'subtract' and 'deduct'?
- 'Subtract' generally refers to the mathematical operation of taking away, while 'deduct' is often used in financial contexts to mean subtracting an amount from a total to arrive at a net figure.
