How to Pronounce Paralyzed

To pronounce "paralyzed", say PAR-alyz-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

PAR-alyz-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “paralyzed”

"paralyzed" has 3 syllables: par-alyz-ed. It rhymes with surmised and utilized, if that helps it stick.

What does paralyzed mean?

verb

  1. To afflict with paralysis.
  2. To render unable to move; to immobilize.

adjective

  1. Partly or wholly incapable of movement; disabled

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Words that rhyme with paralyzed

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surmisedutilizeddevisedrecognizedostracizedsurprisedscrutinizedmesmerizedchastiseddisguiseddisenfranchisedrealized

Related words

unfitparalyticcrippledcripplingimmobilizedstagnanthamstrungstunned

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "paralyzed"?▾

"Paralyzed" has 3 syllables: par · alyz · ed.

What does "paralyzed" mean?▾

Paralyzed: To afflict with paralysis.

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