How to Pronounce "moderation in all things"
expression
ˌmɑdɝˈeɪʃən/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈɔɫ/ /ˈθɪŋz
mod-er-AY-shun in awl THINGZ
mˌɒdəɹˈeɪʃən/ /ˈɪn/ /ˈɔːl/ /θˈɪŋz
mod-uh-RAY-shun in AWL THINGZ
Definition
This phrase means it is best to avoid extremes and keep a balance in all aspects of life. It suggests not doing too much or too little of anything.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌmɑdɝˈeɪʃən/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈɔɫ/ /ˈθɪŋz
British English
mˌɒdəɹˈeɪʃən/ /ˈɪn/ /ˈɔːl/ /θˈɪŋz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
mod-er-AY-shun in awl THINGZ
UK
mod-uh-RAY-shun in AWL THINGZ
Listen in Context
Moderation in all things helps you stay healthy.
My grandmother always says, 'moderation in all things.'
If you remember moderation in all things, you won’t have problems with eating too much.
He believes in moderation in all things, even when it comes to work.