How to Pronounce "galvanize"
word
ˈɡæɫvəˌnaɪz
GAL-vuh-nyez
ˈɡælvənaɪ̯z
GAL-vuh-nyze
Definition
To shock or inspire someone to take action, or to make something happen suddenly by encouraging people.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡæɫvəˌnaɪz
British English
ˈɡælvənaɪ̯z
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GAL-vuh-nyez
UK
GAL-vuh-nyze
Listen in Context
The coach's speech galvanized the team to win the game.
The protest galvanized people all over the city.
Her words galvanized the community into action.
The shocking news galvanized everyone into helping right away.