How to pronounce complexes
Say it like KOM-plek-suz. Complexes has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOM).
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- KOM
- plek
- suz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Complexes pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KOMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- plekKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- suzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of complexes
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: KOM-plek-suz.
What does complexes mean?
- plural of complex How to pronounce complex
- third-person singular simple present indicative of complex How to pronounce complex
Questions about saying complexes
How do you pronounce complexes?
Say KOM-plek-suz. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑmplɛksəz/. In British English it is /ˈkɒmplɛksəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in complexes?
Complexes has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOM). Broken into parts: KOM · plek · suz.
Is complexes 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 /ˈkɒmplɛksəz/ (KOM-plek-suz).