How to pronounce sexiness
Say it like SEK-see-nus. Sexiness has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEK).
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- SEK
- see
- nus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sexiness pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- seeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- nusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of sexiness
American and British speakers say sexiness in essentially the same way: /ˈsɛksinəs/ in the US and /ˈsɛksinəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: SEK-see-nus.
What does sexiness mean?
- The state or quality of being sexy, of possessing the traits of sexual appeal.
Where does sexiness come from?
From sexy + -ness.
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Questions about saying sexiness
How do you pronounce sexiness?
Say SEK-see-nus. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɛksinəs/. In British English it is /ˈsɛksinəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sexiness?
Sexiness has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEK). Broken into parts: SEK · see · nus.
Do Americans and Brits say sexiness the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsɛksinəs/ and the British form is /ˈsɛksinəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.