How to Pronounce "amortized"
word
ˈæmɝˌtaɪzd
AM-er-tyzd
ˈæmətaɪzd
AM-uh-tyzd
Definition
When a cost or debt is spread out and paid over a period of time in regular amounts, it is said to be amortized. Most commonly used with loans or intangible assets.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈæmɝˌtaɪzd
British English
ˈæmətaɪzd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AM-er-tyzd
UK
AM-uh-tyzd
Listen in Context
The loan is amortized over 20 years.
The cost was amortized monthly.
The equipment's value was amortized over five years.
The interest and principal are both amortized throughout the term of the mortgage.