How to Pronounce Jeopardize

To pronounce "jeopardize", say JEOP-ard-iz-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

JEOP-ard-iz-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “jeopardize”

"jeopardize" has 4 syllables: jeop-ard-iz-e. It rhymes with scrutinize and surmise, if that helps it stick.

What does jeopardize mean?

verb

  1. To put in jeopardy, to threaten.

    “After having an affair with a junior, her chances of promotion were seriously jeopardized.”

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Words that rhyme with jeopardize

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scrutinizesurmiseaggrandizeemphasizerecognizeactualizeanalyzereprisecompriselikewisedemiserise

Related words

imperilperilhazardendangeradventureventurethreatenmenace

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "jeopardize"?▾

"Jeopardize" has 4 syllables: jeop · ard · iz · e.

What does "jeopardize" mean?▾

Jeopardize: To put in jeopardy, to threaten.

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