How to pronounce neutralize
Say it like NOO-truh-lyze. Neutralize has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NOO).
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- NOO
- truh
- lyze
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Neutralize pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- truhKeep 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 neutralize
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: NYOO-truh-lyze.
What does neutralize mean?
- To make (something) even, inactive or ineffective.“The antidote neutralized the toxin.”
- To make (a territory, etc.) politically neutral.
- To make (an acidic or alkaline substance) chemically neutral.
Where does neutralize come from?
From French neutralizer (first attested in 1642).
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Questions about saying neutralize
How do you pronounce neutralize?
Say NOO-truh-lyze. The American pronunciation is /ˈnutrəˌlaɪz/. In British English it is /ˈnjuːtrəlaɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in neutralize?
Neutralize has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NOO). Broken into parts: NOO · truh · lyze.
Is neutralize 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 /ˈnjuːtrəlaɪz/ (NYOO-truh-lyze).