How to Pronounce "vulcanized"
word
ˈvʌlkəˌnaɪzd
VUL-kuh-nyzd
ˈvʌlkənaɪzd
VUL-kuh-nyzd
Definition
Treated with heat and chemicals to make rubber stronger, more durable, and elastic. Most often refers to rubber used for tires, shoe soles, and similar items.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈvʌlkəˌnaɪzd
British English
ˈvʌlkənaɪzd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
VUL-kuh-nyzd
UK
VUL-kuh-nyzd
Listen in Context
Car tires are made from vulcanized rubber.
This factory produces vulcanized products for export.
Bicycle tires should be vulcanized to last longer.
You can tell if a shoe sole is vulcanized by its strength and flexibility.