How to pronounce spasmodic
Say it like spaz-MAH-dik. Spasmodic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MAH).
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- spaz
- MAH
- dik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Spasmodic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- spazKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- MAHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- dikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of spasmodic
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: spaz-MOD-ik.
What does spasmodic mean?
- Of or relating to a spasm; resembling a sudden contraction of the muscles.
- Convulsive; consisting of spasms.“spasmodic asthma”
- Intermittent or fitful; occurring in abrupt bursts.“spasmodic zeal or industry”
- A medicine for suppressing spasms.
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Questions about saying spasmodic
How do you pronounce spasmodic?
Say spaz-MAH-dik. The American pronunciation is /spæzˈmɑdɪk/. In British English it is /spæzˈmɒdɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in spasmodic?
Spasmodic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MAH). Broken into parts: spaz · MAH · dik.
Is spasmodic 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 /spæzˈmɒdɪk/ (spaz-MOD-ik).