How to pronounce kex
Say it like KEKS. Kex is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- KEKS
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kex pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KEKSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of kex
American and British speakers say kex in essentially the same way: /kɛks/ in the US and /kɛks/ in the UK.
British respelling: KEKS.
What does kex mean?
- A dry husk or covering.
Where does kex come from?
From Middle English kex.
Words that rhyme with kex
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Questions about saying kex
How do you pronounce kex?
Say KEKS. The American pronunciation is /kɛks/. In British English it is /kɛks/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kex?
Kex is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: KEKS.
Do Americans and Brits say kex the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /kɛks/ and the British form is /kɛks/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.