To pronounce "criticizes", say CRIT-ic-iz-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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CRIT-ic-iz-es
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"criticizes" has 4 syllables: crit-ic-iz-es. It rhymes with comprises and epitomizes, if that helps it stick.
verb
“They criticized him for endangering people's lives.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Criticizes" has 4 syllables: crit · ic · iz · es.
Criticizes: To find fault (with something).
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