How to Pronounce Balkanize

To pronounce "balkanize", say BALK-an-iz-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

BALK-an-iz-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “balkanize”

"balkanize" has 4 syllables: balk-an-iz-e. It rhymes with scrutinize and surmise, if that helps it stick.

What does balkanize mean?

verb

  1. To break up into small, mutually hostile units, especially on a political basis.

Words that rhyme with balkanize

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

scrutinizesurmiseaggrandizeemphasizerecognizeactualizeanalyzereprisecompriselikewisedemiserise

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "balkanize"?▾

"Balkanize" has 4 syllables: balk · an · iz · e.

What does "balkanize" mean?▾

Balkanize: To break up into small, mutually hostile units, especially on a political basis.

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