How to Pronounce Criticise

To pronounce "criticise", say CRIT-ic-is-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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CRIT-ic-is-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “criticise”

"criticise" has 4 syllables: crit-ic-is-e.

What does criticise mean?

verb

  1. To find fault (with something).

    “They criticized him for endangering people's lives.”

  2. To evaluate (something), assessing its merits and faults.

Synonyms

appraisecensurejudgepick at

Related words

criticizecritiquecriticismcriticalaccuseblamecensuredenounce

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "criticise"?▾

"Criticise" has 4 syllables: crit · ic · is · e.

What does "criticise" mean?▾

Criticise: To find fault (with something).

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