How to pronounce tenderize
Say it like TEN-duh-ryze. Tenderize has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TEN).
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- TEN
- duh
- ryze
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tenderize pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- duhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- ryzeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of tenderize
American and British speakers say tenderize in essentially the same way: /ˈtɛndəraɪz/ in the US and /ˈtɛndəraɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: TEN-duh-ryze.
What does tenderize mean?
- To make (something, especially meat) tender.
Where does tenderize come from?
From tender + -ize.
Questions about saying tenderize
How do you pronounce tenderize?
Say TEN-duh-ryze. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɛndəraɪz/. In British English it is /ˈtɛndəraɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tenderize?
Tenderize has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TEN). Broken into parts: TEN · duh · ryze.
Do Americans and Brits say tenderize the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtɛndəraɪz/ and the British form is /ˈtɛndəraɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.