How to Pronounce Utilizes

To pronounce "utilizes", say UT-il-iz-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

UT-il-iz-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “utilizes”

"utilizes" has 4 syllables: ut-il-iz-es. It rhymes with comprises and criticizes, if that helps it stick.

What does utilizes mean?

verb

  1. To make use of; to use.
  2. To make useful; to find a practical use for.

Synonyms

employexploituse

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Words that rhyme with utilizes

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comprisescriticizesepitomizesemphasizesenterprisesprizessurprisesrealizestheorizescharacterizesdespisessurmises

Related words

useutiliseapplyemployimplementappliesavailsbuilds

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "utilizes"?▾

"Utilizes" has 4 syllables: ut · il · iz · es.

What does "utilizes" mean?▾

Utilizes: To make use of; to use.

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