How to pronounce identify

Say it like this: /aɪˈdɛn.(t)ə.faɪ/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/aɪˈdɛn.(t)ə.faɪ/

What does identify mean?

verbTo establish the identity of someone or something.

“It was hard to identify the shoplifter because the CCTV records didn't have a clear image.”

To disclose the identity of someone.

“The Associated Press will not identify the suspect of the crime because he is a juvenile.”

To establish the taxonomic classification of an organism.

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