How to Pronounce Epitomize

To pronounce "epitomize", say EP-it-om-iz-e — 5 syllables, IPA /əˈpɪt.əˌmaɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

9

Letters

/əˈpɪt.əˌmaɪz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “epitomize”

"epitomize" has 5 syllables: ep-it-om-iz-e. It rhymes with scrutinize and surmise, if that helps it stick.

What does epitomize mean?

verb

  1. To make an epitome of; to shorten; to condense.
  2. To be an epitome of.

Synonyms

sum up

Words that rhyme with epitomize

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

scrutinizesurmiseaggrandizeemphasizerecognizeactualizeanalyzereprisecompriselikewisedemiserise

Related words

typifyrepresentexemplifyembodyillustrateabridgeabstractessentialize

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "epitomize"?▾

"Epitomize" has 5 syllables: ep · it · om · iz · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "epitomize"?▾

The IPA transcription of "epitomize" is /əˈpɪt.əˌmaɪz/.

What does "epitomize" mean?▾

Epitomize: To make an epitome of; to shorten; to condense.

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