How to pronounce vocalise
Say it like VOH-kuh-lyze. Vocalise has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VOH).
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- VOH
- kuh
- lyze
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Vocalise pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- VOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lyzeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of vocalise
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: VOH-kuh-lyze.
What does vocalise mean?
- A vocal exercise performed by singing one or more vowels without actually forming any words.
Where does vocalise come from?
Borrowed from French.
Words that rhyme with vocalise
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of vocalise.
Questions about saying vocalise
How do you pronounce vocalise?
Say VOH-kuh-lyze. The American pronunciation is /ˈvoʊkəlaɪz/. In British English it is /ˈvəʊkəlaɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in vocalise?
Vocalise has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VOH). Broken into parts: VOH · kuh · lyze.
Is vocalise pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈvəʊkəlaɪz/ (VOH-kuh-lyze).