How to pronounce rationalize
Say it like RASH-uh-nuh-lyze. Rationalize has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RASH).
- RASH
- uh
- nuh
- lyze
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rationalize pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RASHSay 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 rationalize
American and British speakers say rationalize in essentially the same way: /ˈræʃənəˌlaɪz/ in the US and /ˈræʃənəˌlaɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: RASH-uh-nuh-lyze.
What does rationalize mean?
- To make something rational or more rational.
- To justify a discreditable act, or irrational behaviour.
- To remove radicals, without changing the value of an expression or the roots of an equation.
Where does rationalize come from?
From French rationaliser.
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Questions about saying rationalize
How do you pronounce rationalize?
Say RASH-uh-nuh-lyze. The American pronunciation is /ˈræʃənəˌlaɪz/. In British English it is /ˈræʃənəˌlaɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rationalize?
Rationalize has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RASH). Broken into parts: RASH · uh · nuh · lyze.
Do Americans and Brits say rationalize the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈræʃənəˌlaɪz/ and the British form is /ˈræʃənəˌlaɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.