To pronounce "methodical", say METH-od-ic-al — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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METH-od-ic-al
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"methodical" has 4 syllables: meth-od-ic-al. It rhymes with periodical and caudicle, if that helps it stick.
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“the methodical arrangement of arguments; a methodical treatise”
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"Methodical" has 4 syllables: meth · od · ic · al.
Methodical: In an organized manner; proceeding with regard to method; systematic.
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