How to Pronounce Sympathize

To pronounce "sympathize", say SYMPATH-iz-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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SYMPATH-iz-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “sympathize”

"sympathize" has 3 syllables: sympath-iz-e. It rhymes with scrutinize and surmise, if that helps it stick.

What does sympathize mean?

verb

  1. To have, show or express sympathy; to be affected by feelings similar to those of another, in consequence of knowing the person to be thus affected.
  2. To support, favour, have sympathy (with a political cause or movement, a side in a conflict / in an action).

Words that rhyme with sympathize

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

scrutinizesurmiseaggrandizeemphasizerecognizeactualizeanalyzereprisecompriselikewisedemiserise

Related words

empathizecommiserateunderstandsocializeagreepitysympathisehear

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sympathize"?▾

"Sympathize" has 3 syllables: sympath · iz · e.

What does "sympathize" mean?▾

Sympathize: To have, show or express sympathy; to be affected by feelings similar to those of another, in consequence of knowing the person to be thus affected.

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