How to Pronounce "legitimize"
word
ɫəˈdʒɪtəˌmaɪz/, /ɫɪˈdʒɪtəˌmaɪz
luh-JIT-uh-myz
ləˈdʒɪtɪmaɪz
luh-JIT-ih-myz
Definition
To make something legal, acceptable, or recognized by law or society.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɫəˈdʒɪtəˌmaɪz/, /ɫɪˈdʒɪtəˌmaɪz
British English
ləˈdʒɪtɪmaɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
luh-JIT-uh-myz
UK
luh-JIT-ih-myz
Listen in Context
The government wants to legitimize the new law.
They tried to legitimize their business activities.
The leader's actions helped to legitimize the movement.
Some groups want to legitimize activities that many people think are dangerous.