How to Pronounce "compartmentalized"
word
ˌkɑmpɑɹtˈmɛntəɫaɪzd
kuhm-part-MEN-tuh-lized
kəmˌpɑːtˈmɛntəˌlaɪzd
kuhm-paht-MEN-tuh-LYZD
Definition
Separated into distinct sections or categories, each acting independently. Often used to describe ideas, work, or emotions kept apart from each other.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌkɑmpɑɹtˈmɛntəɫaɪzd
British English
kəmˌpɑːtˈmɛntəˌlaɪzd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhm-part-MEN-tuh-lized
UK
kuhm-paht-MEN-tuh-LYZD
Listen in Context
The office is compartmentalized into different departments.
His work schedule is highly compartmentalized.
She keeps her personal life compartmentalized from her job.
His emotions are so compartmentalized, it’s hard to know what he’s really feeling.