How to pronounce methodical
Say it like muh-THAH-duh-kul. Methodical has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (THAH).
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- muh
- THAH
- duh
- kul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Methodical pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- THAHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- duhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- kulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of methodical
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: muh-THOD-uh-kul.
What does methodical mean?
- In an organized manner; proceeding with regard to method; systematic.
- Arranged with regard to method; disposed in a suitable manner, or in a manner to illustrate a subject, or to facilitate practical observation.
Questions about saying methodical
How do you pronounce methodical?
Say muh-THAH-duh-kul. The American pronunciation is /məˈθɑdəkəl/. In British English it is /məˈθɒdəkəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in methodical?
Methodical has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (THAH). Broken into parts: muh · THAH · duh · kul.
Is methodical pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /məˈθɒdəkəl/ (muh-THOD-uh-kul).