How to pronounce sexless
Say it like SEK-slis. Sexless has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEK).
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- SEK
- slis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sexless 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.
- slisKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of sexless
American and British speakers say sexless in essentially the same way: /ˈsɛkslɪs/ in the US and /ˈsɛkslɪs/ in the UK.
British respelling: SEK-slis.
What does sexless mean?
- Without physical or behavioral sexual distinction.
- Provoking or showing no sexual desire.“A small child is sexless.”
- Without sex appeal.
Where does sexless come from?
From sex + -less. Compare sexful.
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Questions about saying sexless
How do you pronounce sexless?
Say SEK-slis. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɛkslɪs/. In British English it is /ˈsɛkslɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sexless?
Sexless has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEK). Broken into parts: SEK · slis.
Do Americans and Brits say sexless the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsɛkslɪs/ and the British form is /ˈsɛkslɪs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.