How to pronounce scrutinise
Say it like SKROO-tih-nyze. Scrutinise has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKROO).
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- SKROO
- tih
- nyze
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Scrutinise pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKROOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- tihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- nyzeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of scrutinise
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: SKROO-tih-nyze.
What does scrutinise mean?
- To examine something with great care.
- To audit accounts etc in order to verify them.
Where does scrutinise come from?
From scrutiny + -ise.
Questions about saying scrutinise
How do you pronounce scrutinise?
Say SKROO-tih-nyze. The American pronunciation is /ˈskrutɪnaɪz/. In British English it is /ˈskruːtɪnaɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in scrutinise?
Scrutinise has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKROO). Broken into parts: SKROO · tih · nyze.
Is scrutinise pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈskruːtɪnaɪz/ (SKROO-tih-nyze).