How to Pronounce Lionize

To pronounce "lionize", say LION-iz-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈlaɪənaɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈlaɪənaɪz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “lionize”

"lionize" has 3 syllables: lion-iz-e. It rhymes with scrutinize and surmise, if that helps it stick.

What does lionize mean?

verb

  1. To treat (a person) as if they were important, or a celebrity.
  2. To visit famous places in order to revere them.

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Words that rhyme with lionize

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scrutinizesurmiseaggrandizeemphasizerecognizeactualizeanalyzereprisecompriselikewisedemiserise

Related words

celebratelioniseheroizelegendizelegendisecelebritizeidolizeidolatrize

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lionize"?▾

"Lionize" has 3 syllables: lion · iz · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "lionize"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lionize" is /ˈlaɪənaɪz/.

What does "lionize" mean?▾

Lionize: To treat (a person) as if they were important, or a celebrity.

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