How to pronounce modified
Say it like MOD-uh-fyde. Modified has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOD).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈmɑdəˌfaɪd/MOD-uh-fyde
UK British/ˈmɒdɪˌfaɪd/MOD-ih-fyde
- MOD
- uh
- fyde
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Modified 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.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- fydeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of modified
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: MOD-ih-fyde.
What does modified mean?
adjective
- changed in form or character“their modified stand made the issue more acceptable”“the performance of the modified aircraft was much improved”
- mediocre
Where does modified come from?
From modify + -ed.
Similar and opposite words
Opposite meaning
- unmodified
Words that rhyme with modified
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of modified.
Questions about saying modified
How do you pronounce modified?
Say MOD-uh-fyde. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɑdəˌfaɪd/. In British English it is /ˈmɒdɪˌfaɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in modified?
Modified has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOD). Broken into parts: MOD · uh · fyde.
Is modified 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 /ˈmɒdɪˌfaɪd/ (MOD-ih-fyde).