How to Pronounce "initializing"
word
ˌɪˈnɪʃəˌɫaɪz
ih-NISH-uh-lye-zing
ɪˈnɪʃəlaɪzɪŋ
ih-NISH-uh-ly-zing
Definition
Setting up or preparing something for use, usually by giving it its starting values or conditions. Most commonly used in technology, like starting a computer program or device.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪˈnɪʃəˌɫaɪz
British English
ɪˈnɪʃəlaɪzɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ih-NISH-uh-lye-zing
UK
ih-NISH-uh-ly-zing
Listen in Context
The computer is initializing its system now.
Please wait while the program is initializing.
The technician is initializing the device for the first time.
It took a while because the server was initializing after an update.