How to Pronounce Authorize

To pronounce "authorize", say AUTH-or-iz-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈɑθəɹaɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈɑθəɹaɪz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “authorize”

"authorize" has 4 syllables: auth-or-iz-e. It rhymes with scrutinize and surmise, if that helps it stick.

What does authorize mean?

verb

  1. To grant (someone) the permission or power necessary to do (something).

    “The General Assembly authorized the Council to take up the matter.”

  2. To permit (something), to sanction or consent to (something).

    “The judge authorized the wiretapping.”

Words that rhyme with authorize

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "authorize"?▾

"Authorize" has 4 syllables: auth · or · iz · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "authorize"?▾

The IPA transcription of "authorize" is /ˈɑθəɹaɪz/.

What does "authorize" mean?▾

Authorize: To grant (someone) the permission or power necessary to do (something).

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