How to Pronounce Equalize

To pronounce "equalize", say EQ-ual-iz-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈiːkwəlaɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈiːkwəlaɪz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “equalize”

"equalize" has 4 syllables: eq-ual-iz-e. It rhymes with scrutinize and surmise, if that helps it stick.

What does equalize mean?

verb

  1. To make equal; to cause to correspond in amount or degree.

    “to equalize accounts, burdens, or taxes”

  2. To be equal to; to equal, to rival.

Words that rhyme with equalize

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

scrutinizesurmiseaggrandizeemphasizerecognizeactualizeanalyzereprisecompriselikewisedemiserise

Related words

equalequateequalitybalanceequilibratealignlevelequalise

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "equalize"?▾

"Equalize" has 4 syllables: eq · ual · iz · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "equalize"?▾

The IPA transcription of "equalize" is /ˈiːkwəlaɪz/.

What does "equalize" mean?▾

Equalize: To make equal; to cause to correspond in amount or degree.

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