How to Pronounce Maudlin

To pronounce "maudlin", say MAUDL-in — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈmɔːd.lɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈmɔːd.lɪn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “maudlin”

"maudlin" has 2 syllables: maudl-in. It rhymes with codlin and modlin, if that helps it stick.

What does maudlin mean?

noun

  1. The Magdalene; Mary Magdalene.
  2. Either of two aromatic plants, costmary or sweet yarrow.

adjective

  1. Affectionate or sentimental in an effusive, tearful, or foolish manner, especially because of drunkenness.
  2. Extravagantly or excessively sentimental; mawkish, self-pitying.

Synonyms

mushysappyschmaltzyslushysoupyemotionaloverwroughtsoppy

Words that rhyme with maudlin

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

codlinmodlin

Related words

schmalzyemotionalsentimentalbatheticschmaltzymawkishmushyslushy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "maudlin"?▾

"Maudlin" has 2 syllables: maudl · in.

What is the IPA transcription of "maudlin"?▾

The IPA transcription of "maudlin" is /ˈmɔːd.lɪn/.

What does "maudlin" mean?▾

Maudlin: The Magdalene; Mary Magdalene.

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