How to Pronounce Civilize

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

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CIV-il-iz-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “civilize”

"civilize" has 4 syllables: civ-il-iz-e. It rhymes with scrutinize and surmise, if that helps it stick.

What does civilize mean?

verb

  1. To educate or enlighten a person or people to a perceived higher standard of behaviour.
  2. To introduce or impose the standards of one civilisation upon another civilization, group or person, arguably with the intent of achieving a perceived higher standard of behavior.

Words that rhyme with civilize

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

scrutinizesurmiseaggrandizeemphasizerecognizeactualizeanalyzereprisecompriselikewisedemiserise

Related words

educatemodernizedeveloptraincultivateschoolcivilisechristianize

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "civilize"?▾

"Civilize" has 4 syllables: civ · il · iz · e.

What does "civilize" mean?▾

Civilize: To educate or enlighten a person or people to a perceived higher standard of behaviour.

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