Third-person singular verb: become aware
Understands something or becomes aware of it, often suddenly.
She realizes her mistake too late.
He realizes he forgot his keys at home.
American English
How to pronounce realizes
verbB1Very common word
REEuhlaizihz
/ˈɹi.əˌlaɪ.zɪz/
4 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Form of realize
This form is used with he, she, it, or a singular noun.
Understands something or becomes aware of it, often suddenly.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
Third-person singular verb: make a dream real
Makes a plan, hope, or dream happen in real life.
She realizes her dream of becoming a pilot.
He realizes his dream of owning a small farm.
Useful expressions
to gradually understand something
He came to realize that he needed help.
to develop one's abilities as fully as possible
The program helps students realize their full potential.
Related words & forms
The final e is dropped before -ing: realizing, not realizeing.