How to pronounce ibex
Say it like EYE-beks. Ibex has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EYE).
- EYE
- beks
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ibex pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EYESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- beksKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of ibex
American and British speakers say ibex in essentially the same way: /ˈaɪbɛks/ in the US and /ˈaɪbɛks/ in the UK.
British respelling: EYE-beks.
What does ibex mean?
- A type of wild mountain goat of the genus Capra, such as the species Capra ibex.
- An imaginary creature with serrated horns, somewhat similar to the heraldic antelope.
Where does ibex come from?
From Latin ībex (“chamois”), possibly from Iberian or Aquitanian; akin to Old Spanish bezerro (“bull”) (modern becerro (“yearling”)).
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- capra ibex
Questions about saying ibex
How do you pronounce ibex?
Say EYE-beks. The American pronunciation is /ˈaɪbɛks/. In British English it is /ˈaɪbɛks/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ibex?
Ibex has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EYE). Broken into parts: EYE · beks.
Do Americans and Brits say ibex the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈaɪbɛks/ and the British form is /ˈaɪbɛks/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.