How to Pronounce Fossilize

To pronounce "fossilize", say FOSS-il-iz-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈfɒs.ɪl.aɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈfɒs.ɪl.aɪz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “fossilize”

"fossilize" has 4 syllables: foss-il-iz-e. It rhymes with scrutinize and surmise, if that helps it stick.

What does fossilize mean?

verb

  1. To make into a fossil
  2. To become a fossil

Synonyms

fossilatefossilify

Words that rhyme with fossilize

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

scrutinizesurmiseaggrandizeemphasizerecognizeactualizeanalyzereprisecompriselikewisedemiserise

Related words

fossilisefossilifyagatizecoalifyossifyvestigializesolidifycrystalize

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fossilize"?▾

"Fossilize" has 4 syllables: foss · il · iz · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "fossilize"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fossilize" is /ˈfɒs.ɪl.aɪz/.

What does "fossilize" mean?▾

Fossilize: To make into a fossil

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