How to pronounce ellisize
Say it like EL-ih-syze. Ellisize has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EL).
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- EL
- ih
- syze
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ellisize pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ELSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- syzeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of ellisize
American and British speakers say ellisize in essentially the same way: /ˈɛlɪsaɪz/ in the US and /ˈɛlɪsaɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: EL-ih-syze.
What does ellisize mean?
- To anglicize or Americanize; to alter in transcription, either intentionally to facilitate spelling or pronunciation by (American) English speakers, or by mistake due to unfamiliarity with or indifference to the language of origin.“Her name was ellisized.”
Where does ellisize come from?
From Ellis + -ize. A large number of immigrants to the United States were processed at Ellis Island.
Questions about saying ellisize
How do you pronounce ellisize?
Say EL-ih-syze. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛlɪsaɪz/. In British English it is /ˈɛlɪsaɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ellisize?
Ellisize has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EL). Broken into parts: EL · ih · syze.
Do Americans and Brits say ellisize the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɛlɪsaɪz/ and the British form is /ˈɛlɪsaɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.