How to pronounce agonize
Say it like AG-ih-nyze. Agonize has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AG).
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- AG
- ih
- nyze
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Agonize pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- nyzeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of agonize
American and British speakers say agonize in essentially the same way: /ˈæɡɪnaɪz/ in the US and /ˈæɡɪnaɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: AG-ih-nyze.
What does agonize mean?
- To writhe with agony; to suffer violent anguish.
- To struggle; to wrestle; to strive desperately, whether mentally or physically.
- To cause agony or anguish in someone.
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Questions about saying agonize
How do you pronounce agonize?
Say AG-ih-nyze. The American pronunciation is /ˈæɡɪnaɪz/. In British English it is /ˈæɡɪnaɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in agonize?
Agonize has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AG). Broken into parts: AG · ih · nyze.
Do Americans and Brits say agonize the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈæɡɪnaɪz/ and the British form is /ˈæɡɪnaɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.