How to Pronounce "paralyze"
word
ˈpɛɹəˌɫaɪz
PAIR-uh-liez
ˈpærəlaɪz
PAR-uh-liez
Definition
To cause someone or something to lose the ability to move or function, either physically or in another way, such as by fear or shock.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɛɹəˌɫaɪz
British English
ˈpærəlaɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAIR-uh-liez
UK
PAR-uh-liez
Listen in Context
A car accident can paralyze a person for life.
Fear can paralyze you during an exam.
The disease can paralyze the legs.
The city was paralyzed by a massive snowstorm.