How to Pronounce Palatalize

To pronounce "palatalize", say PAL-at-al-iz-e — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

PAL-at-al-iz-e

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"palatalize" has 5 syllables: pal-at-al-iz-e.

verb

To pronounce a sound with the tongue against the palate of the mouth when that sound normally would not be so pronounced.
“Most English speakers palatalize the letter t in the word "nature".”
(unaccusative, of a sound) To be pronounced with the tongue against the palate.

How many syllables are in "palatalize"?▾

"Palatalize" has 5 syllables: pal · at · al · iz · e.

What does "palatalize" mean?▾

Palatalize: To pronounce a sound with the tongue against the palate of the mouth when that sound normally would not be so pronounced.

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