How to Pronounce "philosophize"
word
fəˈlɑːsəˌfaɪz
fuh-LAH-suh-fyze
fɪˈlɒsəfaɪz
fi-LOS-uh-fyze
Definition
To talk or think about serious ideas and big questions in life, often in a deep or abstract way. Sometimes used when people discuss things in a very theoretical or unrealistic manner.
IPA Transcription
American English
fəˈlɑːsəˌfaɪz
British English
fɪˈlɒsəfaɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
fuh-LAH-suh-fyze
UK
fi-LOS-uh-fyze
Listen in Context
She likes to philosophize about happiness.
The students began to philosophize during the class discussion.
He didn't want to philosophize; he just wanted an answer.
Whenever we hang out, he loves to philosophize late into the night.