modal stacking

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What does modal stacking mean?

The use of double or stacked modals (or, rarely, triple modals), a phenomenon found in some dialects of English, especially Southern US English.

How to pronounce modal stacking

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “modal stacking”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “modal stacking”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “modal stacking” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.