How to pronounce amexed
Say it like AY-mekst. Amexed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AY).
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- AY
- mekst
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Amexed pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- mekstKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of amexed
American and British speakers say amexed in essentially the same way: /ˈeɪmɛkst/ in the US and /ˈeɪmɛkst/ in the UK.
British respelling: AY-mekst.
What does amexed mean?
- canceled
Where does amexed come from?
From the telegraph code AMEX, meaning "train canceled", + -ed.
Questions about saying amexed
How do you pronounce amexed?
Say AY-mekst. The American pronunciation is /ˈeɪmɛkst/. In British English it is /ˈeɪmɛkst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in amexed?
Amexed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AY). Broken into parts: AY · mekst.
Do Americans and Brits say amexed the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈeɪmɛkst/ and the British form is /ˈeɪmɛkst/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.