How to pronounce fraternize
Say it like FRAT-er-nyze. Fraternize has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FRAT).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈfrætɚˌnaɪz/FRAT-er-nyze
UK British/ˈfrætənaɪz/FRAT-uh-nyze
- FRAT
- er
- nyze
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fraternize pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FRATSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- nyzeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of fraternize
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: FRAT-uh-nyze.
What does fraternize mean?
verb
- To associate with others in a brotherly or friendly manner.
- To associate as friends with an enemy, in violation of duty.
- To socialize in confidentiality.
Where does fraternize come from?
From French fraterniser.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- fraternise
Questions about saying fraternize
How do you pronounce fraternize?
Say FRAT-er-nyze. The American pronunciation is /ˈfrætɚˌnaɪz/. In British English it is /ˈfrætənaɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in fraternize?
Fraternize has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FRAT). Broken into parts: FRAT · er · nyze.
Is fraternize 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 /ˈfrætənaɪz/ (FRAT-uh-nyze).