To pronounce "modern-day", say MOD-ernd-ay — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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MOD-ernd-ay
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"modern-day" has 3 syllables: mod-ernd-ay.
"Modern-day" has 3 syllables: mod · ernd · ay.
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