How to Pronounce Modem

To pronounce "modem", say MOD-em — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈməʊdəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈməʊdəm/

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💡 Tip for remembering “modem”

"modem" has 2 syllables: mod-em.

What does modem mean?

noun

  1. A device that encodes digital computer signals into analog/analogue telephone signals and vice versa and allows computers to communicate over a phone line.

verb

  1. To transmit by modem.

Related words

dial-upbaudautodialdialupbpsmodernroutertransceiver

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "modem"?▾

"Modem" has 2 syllables: mod · em.

What is the IPA transcription of "modem"?▾

The IPA transcription of "modem" is /ˈməʊdəm/.

What does "modem" mean?▾

Modem: A device that encodes digital computer signals into analog/analogue telephone signals and vice versa and allows computers to communicate over a phone line.

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