How to Pronounce "stabilizers"
word
ˈsteɪbəˌɫaɪzɝz
STAY-buh-lye-zurz
ˈsteɪbɪlaɪzəz
STAY-bih-lye-zuhz
Definition
Stabilizers are things used to keep something steady or prevent unwanted changes, such as chemicals added to food to keep it fresh, or devices on vehicles and machinery to balance and prevent tipping.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsteɪbəˌɫaɪzɝz
British English
ˈsteɪbɪlaɪzəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STAY-buh-lye-zurz
UK
STAY-bih-lye-zuhz
Listen in Context
The airplane's stabilizers keep it steady during flight.
Food stabilizers help keep ice cream smooth and creamy.
The boat needs stabilizers to prevent it from rocking too much.
Some people are allergic to certain stabilizers in packaged food.