How to Pronounce "moderate"
word
/ˈmɑdɝˌeɪt/, /ˈmɑdɝət/
MAH-der-ayt, MAH-der-it
/ˈmɑdəɹeɪt/
MOD-uh-rayt
Definition
As an adjective, it means something that is not extreme, but is in the middle between two ends. As a verb, it means to make something less extreme or to guide or run a discussion or meeting.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈmɑdɝˌeɪt/, /ˈmɑdɝət/
British English
/ˈmɑdəɹeɪt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAH-der-ayt, MAH-der-it
UK
MOD-uh-rayt
Listen in Context
The weather is moderate in spring.
Please eat a moderate amount of sweets.
He tried to moderate the argument.
Her opinions are always pretty moderate; she doesn't like extremes.