To pronounce "legalizing", say LEG-al-iz-ing — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"legalizing" has 4 syllables: leg-al-iz-ing. It rhymes with patronizing and scrutinizing, if that helps it stick.
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“There is a debate whether or not to legalise some of the softer drugs.”
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"Legalizing" has 4 syllables: leg · al · iz · ing.
Legalizing: To make legal or permit under law. Either by decriminalising something that has been illegal or by specifically permitting it.
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