How to pronounce nationalize
Say it like NASH-uh-nuh-lyze. Nationalize has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NASH).
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- NASH
- uh
- nuh
- lyze
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nationalize pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NASHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nuhKeep 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 nationalize
American and British speakers say nationalize in essentially the same way: /ˈnæʃənəˌlaɪz/ in the US and /ˈnæʃənəˌlaɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: NASH-uh-nuh-lyze.
What does nationalize mean?
- To make into, or to become, a nation.
- To bring a private company, or an industry comprising such companies, under the control of a specific government.“The government plans to nationalize the energy industry.”
- To bring a concept such as a political issue or commercial campaign to the attention of the entire country.
Where does nationalize come from?
From French nationalizer.
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Questions about saying nationalize
How do you pronounce nationalize?
Say NASH-uh-nuh-lyze. The American pronunciation is /ˈnæʃənəˌlaɪz/. In British English it is /ˈnæʃənəˌlaɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nationalize?
Nationalize has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NASH). Broken into parts: NASH · uh · nuh · lyze.
Do Americans and Brits say nationalize the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈnæʃənəˌlaɪz/ and the British form is /ˈnæʃənəˌlaɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.