How to Pronounce Customize

To pronounce "customize", say CUST-om-iz-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈkʌst.ə.maɪ̯z/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈkʌst.ə.maɪ̯z/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “customize”

"customize" has 4 syllables: cust-om-iz-e. It rhymes with scrutinize and surmise, if that helps it stick.

What does customize mean?

verb

  1. To build or alter according to personal preferences or specifications.

Words that rhyme with customize

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

scrutinizesurmiseaggrandizeemphasizerecognizeactualizeanalyzereprisecompriselikewisedemiserise

Related words

customisecustom-makecustomizationpersonalizedpersonalizepersonalizationcustomizablecustomisation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "customize"?▾

"Customize" has 4 syllables: cust · om · iz · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "customize"?▾

The IPA transcription of "customize" is /ˈkʌst.ə.maɪ̯z/.

What does "customize" mean?▾

Customize: To build or alter according to personal preferences or specifications.

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