How to pronounce today

Say it like this: /təˈdeɪ/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/təˈdeɪ/
British/tʊˈdeɪ/

What does today mean?

advOn the current day or date.

“I want this done today.”

In the current era; nowadays; these days.

“In the 1500s, people had to do things by hand, but today we have electric can openers.”

On the day of a recurring cycle or event which is currently happening.

“We used to prepare everything today, but now we split it over two days.”

nounThe current day or date.

“Today is the day we'll fix this once and for all.”

The 24-hour period beginning at 5 or 6 a.m. or sunrise of the current day.

The present era; nowadays.

“This is the sporty jacket for today's modern man on the go.”

adjCurrent; up to date.

“Actually, it's more like the blues. It's pop blues. I feel it's very American. It's very today. It's what people respond to today.”

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