How to pronounce modiste
Say it like moh-DEEST. Modiste has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DEEST).
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- moh
- DEEST
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Modiste pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- mohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- DEESTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of modiste
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: moh-DEEST.
What does modiste mean?
- A person who makes or sells fashionable women's clothing, especially dresses or hats.
Where does modiste come from?
From French modiste. Compare modist.
Words that rhyme with modiste
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of modiste.
Questions about saying modiste
How do you pronounce modiste?
Say moh-DEEST. The American pronunciation is /moʊˈdist/. In British English it is /məʊˈdiːst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in modiste?
Modiste has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DEEST). Broken into parts: moh · DEEST.
Is modiste pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /məʊˈdiːst/ (moh-DEEST).