How to Pronounce "sympathize with"
expression
ˈsɪmpəˌθaɪz/ /ˈwɪð/, /ˈwɪθ/, /wɪð/, /wɪθ
SIM-puh-thyz with
ˈsɪmpəθaɪz/ /wˈɪð
SIM-puh-thyz with
Definition
To understand and share another person's feelings, especially when they are going through something difficult. It means feeling sorry for someone's troubles and showing understanding.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɪmpəˌθaɪz/ /ˈwɪð/, /ˈwɪθ/, /wɪð/, /wɪθ
British English
ˈsɪmpəθaɪz/ /wˈɪð
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SIM-puh-thyz with
UK
SIM-puh-thyz with
Listen in Context
I sympathize with your situation.
Many people sympathize with those who have lost their jobs.
It's not always easy to sympathize with someone you disagree with.
I really sympathize with how stressed you must feel right now.