How to Pronounce Modified

To pronounce "modified", say MOD-if-ied — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈmɒdɪfaɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈmɒdɪfaɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “modified”

"modified" has 3 syllables: mod-if-ied. It rhymes with abide and stride, if that helps it stick.

What does modified mean?

noun

  1. Any vehicle used in modified racing.

adjective

  1. Changed; altered

verb

  1. To change part of.
  2. To be or become modified.

Synonyms

adaptalteramendrevamprework

Antonyms

unmodified

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Words that rhyme with modified

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abidestridesnidechidederideprovideglidepreoccupiedgratifieddignifiedmortifiedidentified

Related words

adaptedqualifiedlimitedrestrictedalteredconvertededitedaltering

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "modified"?▾

"Modified" has 3 syllables: mod · if · ied.

What is the IPA transcription of "modified"?▾

The IPA transcription of "modified" is /ˈmɒdɪfaɪd/.

What does "modified" mean?▾

Modified: Any vehicle used in modified racing.

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