How to pronounce vulcanize
Say it like VUHL-kuh-nyze. Vulcanize has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VUHL).
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- VUHL
- kuh
- nyze
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Vulcanize pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- VUHLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nyzeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of vulcanize
American and British speakers say vulcanize in essentially the same way: /ˈvʌlkənaɪz/ in the US and /ˈvʌlkənaɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: VUHL-kuh-nyze.
What does vulcanize mean?
- To treat rubber with heat and (usually) sulfur to harden it and make it more durable.
- To undergo such treatment.
Where does vulcanize come from?
From Vulcan + -ize.
Questions about saying vulcanize
How do you pronounce vulcanize?
Say VUHL-kuh-nyze. The American pronunciation is /ˈvʌlkənaɪz/. In British English it is /ˈvʌlkənaɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in vulcanize?
Vulcanize has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VUHL). Broken into parts: VUHL · kuh · nyze.
Do Americans and Brits say vulcanize the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈvʌlkənaɪz/ and the British form is /ˈvʌlkənaɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.