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How to pronounce personalized

verb · adjectiveB2
PʰERsuhnuhlaizd

/ˈpʰɚ.sə.nəˌlaɪzd̚/

4 syllables · Stress the first syllable.

Form of personalize

Personalized is also commonly used as an adjective before a noun, especially for services, products, messages, and recommendations made for one person.

Changed something to suit one person's needs, tastes, or situation.

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Meanings & examples

past / past participle

Changed something to suit one person's needs, tastes, or situation.

The app personalized the homepage for each user.

The service has personalized the lessons for each student.

past / past participle

Added someone's name or other identifying details to an object, message, or gift.

She personalized the mug with her son's name.

The cards were personalized with each guest's name.

adjective: suited to one person

Designed or changed to suit one particular person's needs, tastes, or situation.

The website offers personalized recommendations for every user.

Patients receive personalized care based on their needs.

adjective: with personal details

Made special for one person by adding their name or other identifying details.

She bought a personalized notebook with her name on it.

They ordered personalized birthday cards with the children's names on them.

Related words & forms

Before -ing, drop the final e: personalizing, not personalizeing.