How to Pronounce Paralyzing

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

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

PAR-alyz-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “paralyzing”

"paralyzing" has 3 syllables: par-alyz-ing. It rhymes with patronizing and scrutinizing, if that helps it stick.

What does paralyzing mean?

verb

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

adjective

  1. That paralyzes.

    “The snake's paralyzing venom prevented the mouse from escaping.”

Words that rhyme with paralyzing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

patronizingscrutinizingself-aggrandizingenterprisingtantalizingmesmerizingrisingdemoralizingappetizingdevisinguprisinggalvanizing

Related words

paralyseparalysingcripplingincapacitatingretardativeenervateprohibitorydisinhibiting

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "paralyzing"?▾

"Paralyzing" has 3 syllables: par · alyz · ing.

What does "paralyzing" mean?▾

Paralyzing: To afflict with paralysis.

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