Clinical Context
Common in describing anatomical positions and medication routes
Examples
subcutaneous
under the skin
sublingual
under the tongue
subacute
somewhat acute
subdural
under the dura
subluxation
partial dislocation
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the prefix "sub-"
What does the prefix "sub-" mean?+
The prefix "sub-" comes from Latin and means under, below, beneath.
How is this prefix used in medical terminology?+
Common in describing anatomical positions and medication routes
What are some common medical terms using this prefix?+
subcutaneous (under the skin), sublingual (under the tongue), subacute (somewhat acute), subdural (under the dura), subluxation (partial dislocation)