How to Pronounce "modest"
word
/ˈmɑdəst/
MAH-duhst
/mˈɒdəst/
MO-duhst
Definition
If someone is modest, they do not talk proudly about themselves or their abilities. It can also describe something small, limited, simple, or not very expensive.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈmɑdəst/
British English
/mˈɒdəst/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAH-duhst
UK
MO-duhst
Listen in Context
She is very modest about her success.
They live in a modest apartment near the station.
The company made a modest profit this year.
He's talented, but he's too modest to talk about it.