How to Pronounce Civilized

To pronounce "civilized", say CIV-il-iz-ed — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈsɪv.ɪ.laɪzd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˈsɪv.ɪ.laɪzd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “civilized”

"civilized" has 4 syllables: civ-il-iz-ed. It rhymes with surmised and utilized, if that helps it stick.

What does civilized 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.

adjective

  1. Having a highly developed society or culture.
  2. Showing evidence of moral and intellectual advancement; humane, reasonable, ethical.

Words that rhyme with civilized

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

surmisedutilizeddevisedrecognizedostracizedsurprisedscrutinizedmesmerizedchastiseddisguiseddisenfranchisedrealized

Related words

culturedcultivatedpolitegenteelrefinedhumaneciviladvanced

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "civilized"?▾

"Civilized" has 4 syllables: civ · il · iz · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "civilized"?▾

The IPA transcription of "civilized" is /ˈsɪv.ɪ.laɪzd/.

What does "civilized" mean?▾

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

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