How to pronounce scrutinized
Say it like SKROO-tuh-nyzd. Scrutinized has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKROO).
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- SKROO
- tuh
- nyzd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Scrutinized 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.
- tuhKeep 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 scrutinized
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: SKROO-tuh-nyzd.
What does scrutinized mean?
- simple past and past participle of scrutinize How to pronounce scrutinize
Questions about saying scrutinized
How do you pronounce scrutinized?
Say SKROO-tuh-nyzd. The American pronunciation is /ˈskrutəˌnaɪzd/. In British English it is /ˈskruːtəˌnaɪzd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in scrutinized?
Scrutinized has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKROO). Broken into parts: SKROO · tuh · nyzd.
Is scrutinized 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 /ˈskruːtəˌnaɪzd/ (SKROO-tuh-nyzd).