How to Pronounce "penalized"
word
ˈpinəˌɫaɪzd
PEE-nuh-lized
ˈpiːnəlaɪzd
PEE-nuh-lized
Definition
To be given a punishment or disadvantage because you broke a rule or did something wrong.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpinəˌɫaɪzd
British English
ˈpiːnəlaɪzd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PEE-nuh-lized
UK
PEE-nuh-lized
Listen in Context
He was penalized for arriving late to class.
The team was penalized for breaking the rules.
If you cheat, you will be penalized.
Drivers are penalized for speeding on this road.