How to Pronounce "sympathise"
word
ˈsɪmpəˌθaɪz
SIM-puh-thyz
sˈɪmpəθˌaɪz
SIM-puh-thyz
Definition
To show that you understand and share someone else’s feelings, especially when they are sad or upset.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɪmpəˌθaɪz
British English
sˈɪmpəθˌaɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SIM-puh-thyz
UK
SIM-puh-thyz
Listen in Context
I sympathise with your situation.
People often sympathise when someone loses a loved one.
She sympathised with her friend during hard times.
You don’t have to agree, but you can at least sympathise.