How to Pronounce "fertilization"
word
ˌfɝtəɫɪˈzeɪʃən
fur-tuh-li-ZAY-shun
ˌfɜːtɪlaɪˈzeɪʃən
fur-ti-ly-ZAY-shun
Definition
Fertilization means the joining of a male and a female cell to start the development of a new life, like when a sperm meets an egg. It can also refer to adding substances to soil to help plants grow.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌfɝtəɫɪˈzeɪʃən
British English
ˌfɜːtɪlaɪˈzeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
fur-tuh-li-ZAY-shun
UK
fur-ti-ly-ZAY-shun
Listen in Context
The fertilization of the egg is the first step in animal development.
Farmers use fertilization to help their crops grow better.
Fertilization happens when a sperm joins with an egg.
Many plants depend on insects for successful fertilization.