capitalize
Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples
Pronunciation: US /ˈkæpɪtəlaɪz/
Forms: capitalized
capitalize means: To write a letter, word, or text using large letters such as A, B, and C.
verb
To write a letter, word, or text using large letters such as A, B, and C.
- Capitalize the first letter.
- She capitalized every word in the title.
- Do we capitalize this name?
To gain a benefit from a chance or a helpful situation.
- They had a chance but failed to capitalize.
- The company capitalized on growing demand.
- Can we capitalize on this early success?
To provide or obtain the money and resources a business needs.
- They need money to capitalize the company.
- Private investors capitalized the new venture.
- The bank remains well capitalized despite its recent losses.
Questions about capitalize
What does capitalize mean?
To write a letter, word, or text using large letters such as A, B, and C.
What is capitalize in other languages?
Türkçe: büyük harfle yazmak · Español: escribir con mayúsculas · Français: mettre en majuscules · Deutsch: großschreiben · Italiano: scrivere in maiuscolo · 日本語: 大文字にする
How do you pronounce capitalize?
It is pronounced /ˈkæpɪtəlaɪz/.
How do you use capitalize in a sentence?
Capitalize the first letter. She capitalized every word in the title.
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