How to Pronounce Initialize

To pronounce "initialize", say IN-it-ial-iz-e — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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IN-it-ial-iz-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “initialize”

"initialize" has 5 syllables: in-it-ial-iz-e. It rhymes with scrutinize and surmise, if that helps it stick.

What does initialize mean?

verb

  1. To assign initial values to something
  2. To assign an initial value to a variable

Words that rhyme with initialize

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

scrutinizesurmiseaggrandizeemphasizerecognizeactualizeanalyzereprisecompriselikewisedemiserise

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "initialize"?▾

"Initialize" has 5 syllables: in · it · ial · iz · e.

What does "initialize" mean?▾

Initialize: To assign initial values to something

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