How to pronounce modicum
Say it like MOD-ih-kum. Modicum has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOD).
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- MOD
- ih
- kum
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Modicum pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MODSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kumKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of modicum
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: MOD-ih-kum.
What does modicum mean?
- A modest, small, or trifling amount.“Unable to garner even a modicum of support for his plan, he conceded to follow the others.”
Where does modicum come from?
The plural form modica is derived from Latin modica.
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Questions about saying modicum
How do you pronounce modicum?
Say MOD-ih-kum. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɑdɪkəm/. In British English it is /ˈmɒdɪkəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in modicum?
Modicum has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOD). Broken into parts: MOD · ih · kum.
Is modicum 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 /ˈmɒdɪkəm/ (MOD-ih-kum).