How to Pronounce "civilized"
word
/ˈsɪvəˌɫaɪzd/
SI-vuh-lyzd
/ˈsɪvəˌlaɪzd/
SI-vuh-lyzd
Definition
Having the qualities that people associate with advanced society, such as polite behavior, order, and respect for rules and other people. It can describe people, behavior, or places.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsɪvəˌɫaɪzd/
British English
/ˈsɪvəˌlaɪzd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SI-vuh-lyzd
UK
SI-vuh-lyzd
Listen in Context
The guests were quiet and civilized during dinner.
We need a civilized way to solve this problem.
The city is clean, safe, and very civilized.
Can we have a civilized conversation without shouting this time?