How to pronounce diversify
Say it like dy-VUR-suh-fy. Diversify has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (VUR).
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- dy
- VUR
- suh
- fy
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Diversify pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- dyKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- VURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- suhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- fyGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of diversify
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: dy-VUR-sih-fy.
What does diversify mean?
- To make (something) diverse or varied in form or quality; to give variety to (something) to distinguish by numerous aspects or differences.
- To make the scope of (business, investments, etc.) diverse, especially so as to balance and mitigate risks.
Where does diversify come from?
Borrowed from Middle French diversifier, equivalent to diverse + -ify.
Similar and opposite words
Opposite meaning
- specialize
- specialise
Questions about saying diversify
How do you pronounce diversify?
Say dy-VUR-suh-fy. The American pronunciation is /daɪˈvɝsəˌfaɪ/. In British English it is /daɪˈvɜːsɪfaɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in diversify?
Diversify has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (VUR). Broken into parts: dy · VUR · suh · fy.
Is diversify pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /daɪˈvɜːsɪfaɪ/ (dy-VUR-sih-fy).