How to pronounce nasalize
Say it like NAY-zuh-lyze. Nasalize has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NAY).
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- NAY
- zuh
- lyze
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nasalize pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- zuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lyzeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of nasalize
American and British speakers say nasalize in essentially the same way: /ˈneɪzəˌlaɪz/ in the US and /ˈneɪzəˌlaɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: NAY-zuh-lyze.
What does nasalize mean?
- To speak through the nose.
- To make a nasal sound when speaking.
- To lower the soft palate so that air flows through the nose during the articulation of a speech sound.
Where does nasalize come from?
From nasal + -ize.
Questions about saying nasalize
How do you pronounce nasalize?
Say NAY-zuh-lyze. The American pronunciation is /ˈneɪzəˌlaɪz/. In British English it is /ˈneɪzəˌlaɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nasalize?
Nasalize has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NAY). Broken into parts: NAY · zuh · lyze.
Do Americans and Brits say nasalize the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈneɪzəˌlaɪz/ and the British form is /ˈneɪzəˌlaɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.