How to pronounce ultramodern
Say it like uhl-truh-MAH-dern. Ultramodern has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (MAH).
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- uhl
- truh
- MAH
- dern
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ultramodern pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhlGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- truhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- MAHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- dernKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of ultramodern
- 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: uhl-truh-MOD-un.
What does ultramodern mean?
- Extremely modern.
Where does ultramodern come from?
From ultra- + modern.
Words that rhyme with ultramodern
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Questions about saying ultramodern
How do you pronounce ultramodern?
Say uhl-truh-MAH-dern. The American pronunciation is /ˌʌltrəˈmɑdɚn/. In British English it is /ˌʌltrəˈmɒdən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ultramodern?
Ultramodern has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (MAH). Broken into parts: uhl · truh · MAH · dern.
Is ultramodern 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 /ˌʌltrəˈmɒdən/ (uhl-truh-MOD-un).