How to Pronounce "sizzle"
word
ˈsɪzəɫ
SIZ-uhl
sˈɪzəl
SIZ-uhl
Definition
To make a hissing or crackling sound, usually when something is frying, cooking, or exposed to heat. Also used to describe something that feels exciting or full of energy.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɪzəɫ
British English
sˈɪzəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SIZ-uhl
UK
SIZ-uhl
Listen in Context
The onions started to sizzle in the hot oil.
Listen to the steak sizzle on the grill.
The meat will sizzle when it touches the hot pan.
Summer barbecues just aren’t the same without the sound of burgers sizzling.