How to pronounce economize
Say it like ee-KON-uh-myze. Economize has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KON).
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- ee
- KON
- uh
- myze
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Economize pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- KONSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- myzeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of economize
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: ee-KON-uh-myze.
What does economize mean?
- To practice being economical (by using things sparingly or in moderation, and by avoiding waste or extravagance).
- To use frugally.
Where does economize come from?
From economy + -ize.
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Questions about saying economize
How do you pronounce economize?
Say ee-KON-uh-myze. The American pronunciation is /iˈkɑnəmaɪz/. In British English it is /iˈkɒnəmaɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in economize?
Economize has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KON). Broken into parts: ee · KON · uh · myze.
Is economize pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /iˈkɒnəmaɪz/ (ee-KON-uh-myze).