How to pronounce modular
Say it like MAH-juh-ler. Modular has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAH).
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- MAH
- juh
- ler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Modular pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MAHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- juhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of modular
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: MOD-yuu-luh.
What does modular mean?
- constructed with standardized units or dimensions allowing flexibility and variety in use“modular furniture”“modular homes”
Where does modular come from?
From module + -ar.
Words that rhyme with modular
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of modular.
Questions about saying modular
How do you pronounce modular?
Say MAH-juh-ler. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɑdʒəlɚ/. In British English it is /ˈmɒdjʊlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in modular?
Modular has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAH). Broken into parts: MAH · juh · ler.
Is modular pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈmɒdjʊlə/ (MOD-yuu-luh).