How to pronounce paxis
Say it like PAK-sis. Paxis has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAK).
- PAK
- sis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Paxis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PAKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- sisKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of paxis
American and British speakers say paxis in essentially the same way: /ˈpæksɪs/ in the US and /ˈpæksɪs/ in the UK.
British respelling: PAK-sis.
What does paxis mean?
- Used by schoolchildren to express immunity from "being caught" in games such as bulldog or it.
Where does paxis come from?
From the Latin pax (“peace”).
Words that rhyme with paxis
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of paxis.
Questions about saying paxis
How do you pronounce paxis?
Say PAK-sis. The American pronunciation is /ˈpæksɪs/. In British English it is /ˈpæksɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in paxis?
Paxis has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAK). Broken into parts: PAK · sis.
Do Americans and Brits say paxis the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈpæksɪs/ and the British form is /ˈpæksɪs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.