energize

/ˈenərdʒaɪz/
Syllables en·er·gize
Stress EN-er-gize

Phonics Breakdown

en
/en/
short e
er
/ər/
schwa
gize
/dʒaɪz/
soft g

Meaning

to give energy or enthusiasm to someone or something

Sound Reference

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en=/en/(enter) + er=/ər/(teacher) + gize=/dʒaɪz/(organize)

Example

A good night’s sleep can energize you for the day.