How to Pronounce Modal

To pronounce "modal", say MOD-al — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

5

Letters

MOD-al

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💡 Tip for remembering “modal”

"modal" has 2 syllables: mod-al. It rhymes with yodel and intermodal, if that helps it stick.

What does modal mean?

noun

  1. A modal proposition.
  2. A modal form, notably a modal auxiliary.

adjective

  1. Of, or relating to a mode or modus
  2. (grammar) of, relating to, or describing the mood of a clause

Synonyms

conditioningforming

Antonyms

modeless

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Words that rhyme with modal

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

yodelintermodalcodilleyodlebowdlebimiodalbloedelbodlehodelknodel

Related words

normalaveragemultimodalmodedominantintermodalmulti-modalconditional

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "modal"?▾

"Modal" has 2 syllables: mod · al.

What does "modal" mean?▾

Modal: A modal proposition.

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