How to pronounce abox
Say it like uh-BAHKS. Abox has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BAHKS).
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- uh
- BAHKS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Abox pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- BAHKSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of abox
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: uh-BOKS.
What does abox mean?
- Braced aback
- Braced aback
Where does abox come from?
From a- + box (“boxhaul”).
Words that rhyme with abox
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of abox.
Questions about saying abox
How do you pronounce abox?
Say uh-BAHKS. The American pronunciation is /əˈbɑks/. In British English it is /əˈbɒks/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in abox?
Abox has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BAHKS). Broken into parts: uh · BAHKS.
Is abox pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /əˈbɒks/ (uh-BOKS).