How to Pronounce Tantalized

To pronounce "tantalized", say TANT-al-iz-ed — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

TANT-al-iz-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “tantalized”

"tantalized" has 4 syllables: tant-al-iz-ed. It rhymes with surmised and utilized, if that helps it stick.

What does tantalized mean?

verb

  1. To tease (someone) by offering something desirable but keeping it out of reach
  2. To bait (someone) by showing something desirable but leaving them unsatisfied

Words that rhyme with tantalized

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

surmisedutilizeddevisedrecognizedostracizedsurprisedscrutinizedmesmerizedchastiseddisguiseddisenfranchisedrealized

Related words

temptinginvitingtantalisetantalisingtantalatetitillatedteasedenticed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tantalized"?▾

"Tantalized" has 4 syllables: tant · al · iz · ed.

What does "tantalized" mean?▾

Tantalized: To tease (someone) by offering something desirable but keeping it out of reach

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