How to pronounce alphabetization
Say it like al-fuh-bet-uh-ZAY-shun. Alphabetization has six syllables, and the main stress falls on the fifth one (ZAY).
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- al
- fuh
- bet
- uh
- ZAY
- shun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Alphabetization pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- alGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- fuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- betGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- ZAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- shunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of alphabetization
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: al-fuh-bet-uh-ZAY-shun.
What does alphabetization mean?
- The act or process of arranging in alphabetical order.
Where does alphabetization come from?
From alphabetize + -ation.
Words that rhyme with alphabetization
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of alphabetization.
Questions about saying alphabetization
How do you pronounce alphabetization?
Say al-fuh-bet-uh-ZAY-shun. The American pronunciation is /ˌælfəˌbɛtəˈzeɪʃən/. In British English it is /ˌælfəˌbɛtəˈzeɪʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in alphabetization?
Alphabetization has six syllables, and the main stress falls on the fifth one (ZAY). Broken into parts: al · fuh · bet · uh · ZAY · shun.
Is alphabetization pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˌælfəˌbɛtəˈzeɪʃən/ (al-fuh-bet-uh-ZAY-shun).