How to pronounce neutralization
Say it like noo-truh-ly-ZAY-shun. Neutralization has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the fourth one (ZAY).
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- noo
- truh
- ly
- ZAY
- shun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Neutralization pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- nooGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- truhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lyKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- ZAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- shunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of neutralization
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: nyoo-truh-ly-ZAY-shun.
What does neutralization mean?
- The act of neutralizing.
Where does neutralization come from?
Borrowed from French neutralization.
Words that rhyme with neutralization
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Questions about saying neutralization
How do you pronounce neutralization?
Say noo-truh-ly-ZAY-shun. The American pronunciation is /ˌnutrəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/. In British English it is /ˌnjuːtrəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in neutralization?
Neutralization has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the fourth one (ZAY). Broken into parts: noo · truh · ly · ZAY · shun.
Is neutralization pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /ˌnjuːtrəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/ (nyoo-truh-ly-ZAY-shun).