How to Pronounce "realize"
word
/ˈɹiəˌɫaɪz/
REE-uh-lyz
/ˈɹɪə.laɪz/
REE-uh-lyz
Definition
To suddenly understand something or become aware of it. Also used to mean to make something happen or achieve a goal.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɹiəˌɫaɪz/
British English
/ˈɹɪə.laɪz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
REE-uh-lyz
UK
REE-uh-lyz
Listen in Context
I realized I forgot my keys at home.
Did you realize the door was open?
She suddenly realized it was her birthday.
It took me years to realize what he meant.