How to pronounce recognised
Say it like REK-ug-nyzd. Recognised has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REK).
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- REK
- ug
- nyzd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Recognised pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- REKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ugKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nyzdGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of recognised
American and British speakers say recognised in essentially the same way: /ˈrɛkəɡˌnaɪzd/ in the US and /ˈrɛkəɡˌnaɪzd/ in the UK.
British respelling: REK-ug-nyzd.
What does recognised mean?
- provided with a secure reputation“a recognized authority”
- generally approved or compelling recognition“several accepted techniques for treating the condition”“his recognized superiority in this kind of work”
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Questions about saying recognised
How do you pronounce recognised?
Say REK-ug-nyzd. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɛkəɡˌnaɪzd/. In British English it is /ˈrɛkəɡˌnaɪzd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in recognised?
Recognised has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REK). Broken into parts: REK · ug · nyzd.
Do Americans and Brits say recognised the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrɛkəɡˌnaɪzd/ and the British form is /ˈrɛkəɡˌnaɪzd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as recognised?
Recognised sounds the same as recognized in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.