To pronounce "professionalize", say PROF-ess-ion-al-iz-e — 6 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
professionalize
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PROF-ess-ion-al-iz-e
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"professionalize" has 6 syllables: prof-ess-ion-al-iz-e. It rhymes with scrutinize and surmise, if that helps it stick.
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"Professionalize" has 6 syllables: prof · ess · ion · al · iz · e.
Professionalize: To make something professional
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