How to Pronounce Dizzy

To pronounce "dizzy", say DIZZY — one syllable, IPA /ˈdɪzi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˈdɪzi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “dizzy”

"dizzy" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with busy and tizzy, if that helps it stick.

What does dizzy mean?

verb

  1. To make dizzy, to bewilder.

adjective

  1. Having a sensation of whirling, with a tendency to fall; giddy; feeling unbalanced or lightheaded.

    “I stood up too fast and felt dizzy.”

  2. Producing giddiness.

    “We climbed to a dizzy height.”

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Words that rhyme with dizzy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

busytizzymizzylizziefizzyniseybizzyxyzzybrizziizziizzylizhi

Related words

giddylight-headedwoozyfeatherbrainedempty-headedsickfrivolousairheaded

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dizzy"?▾

"Dizzy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "dizzy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dizzy" is /ˈdɪzi/.

What does "dizzy" mean?▾

Dizzy: To make dizzy, to bewilder.

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