How to pronounce molden
Say it like MOHL-dun. Molden has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOHL).
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- MOHL
- dun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Molden pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MOHLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- dunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of molden
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: MOHL-dun.
What does molden mean?
- To become covered with mold; become moldy
Where does molden come from?
From mold + -en (verbal suffix).
Words that rhyme with molden
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of molden.
Questions about saying molden
How do you pronounce molden?
Say MOHL-dun. The American pronunciation is /ˈmoʊldən/. In British English it is /ˈməʊldən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in molden?
Molden has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOHL). Broken into parts: MOHL · dun.
Is molden 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 /ˈməʊldən/ (MOHL-dun).