How to pronounce cauterize
Say it like KAW-tuh-ryze. Cauterize has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAW).
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- KAW
- tuh
- ryze
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cauterize pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KAWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- ryzeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of cauterize
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: KAW-tuh-ryze.
What does cauterize mean?
- To burn and hence seal open tissue using a heated article or caustic agent so as to stop bleeding or minimize the risk of infection.
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Questions about saying cauterize
How do you pronounce cauterize?
Say KAW-tuh-ryze. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɔtəraɪz/. In British English it is /ˈkɔːtəraɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cauterize?
Cauterize has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAW). Broken into parts: KAW · tuh · ryze.
Is cauterize 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 /ˈkɔːtəraɪz/ (KAW-tuh-ryze).