How to Pronounce "paralyzed"
word
PAIR-uh-lyzd
PA-ruh-lyzd
Definition
Unable to move all or part of your body, usually due to illness or injury. It can also mean being unable to act because of fear or shock.
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAIR-uh-lyzd
UK
PA-ruh-lyzd
Listen in Context
He was paralyzed from the neck down after the accident.
She felt paralyzed by fear and couldn't move.
The left side of his face was paralyzed after surgery.
I was so shocked, I just stood there, completely paralyzed.