How to Pronounce Summarize

To pronounce "summarize", say SUMM-ar-iz-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈsʌməˌɹaɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˈsʌməˌɹaɪz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “summarize”

"summarize" has 4 syllables: summ-ar-iz-e. It rhymes with scrutinize and surmise, if that helps it stick.

What does summarize mean?

verb

  1. To prepare a summary of (something).

    “Jim was asked to summarize the document by Wednesday.”

  2. To give a recapitulation of the salient facts; to recapitulate or review.

    “After the meeting, Jim summarized the major decisions made.”

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Words that rhyme with summarize

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

scrutinizesurmiseaggrandizeemphasizerecognizeactualizeanalyzereprisecompriselikewisedemiserise

Related words

resumesummarizationsummarisesummationoverviewabstractdescribeabbreviate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "summarize"?▾

"Summarize" has 4 syllables: summ · ar · iz · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "summarize"?▾

The IPA transcription of "summarize" is /ˈsʌməˌɹaɪz/.

What does "summarize" mean?▾

Summarize: To prepare a summary of (something).

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