How to pronounce prenasalize
Say it like pree-NAY-zuh-lyze. Prenasalize has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NAY).
- pree
- NAY
- zuh
- lyze
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Prenasalize pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- preeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- 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.
- lyzeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of prenasalize
American and British speakers say prenasalize in essentially the same way: /ˌpriˈneɪzəlaɪz/ in the US and /ˌpriːˈneɪzəlaɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: pree-NAY-zuh-lyze.
What does prenasalize mean?
- To convert to, or render as, a prenasal.
Where does prenasalize come from?
From prenasal + -ize.
Questions about saying prenasalize
How do you pronounce prenasalize?
Say pree-NAY-zuh-lyze. The American pronunciation is /ˌpriˈneɪzəlaɪz/. In British English it is /ˌpriːˈneɪzəlaɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in prenasalize?
Prenasalize has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NAY). Broken into parts: pree · NAY · zuh · lyze.
Do Americans and Brits say prenasalize the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌpriˈneɪzəlaɪz/ and the British form is /ˌpriːˈneɪzəlaɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.