How to pronounce suplex
Say it like SOO-pleks. Suplex has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SOO).
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- SOO
- pleks
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Suplex pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- pleksKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of suplex
American and British speakers say suplex in essentially the same way: /ˈsuplɛks/ in the US and /ˈsuːplɛks/ in the UK.
British respelling: SOO-pleks.
What does suplex mean?
- A wrestling move in which the wrestler picks up their opponent off the ground (or mat) and then, using a large portion of their own body weight, drives the opponent down on the mat by throwing them over their center of gravity, usually arching their back.
- To subject to this maneuver.
Where does suplex come from?
Perhaps related to the suplay of classical wrestling, if not further inspired by super; also see -ex.
Words that rhyme with suplex
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of suplex.
Questions about saying suplex
How do you pronounce suplex?
Say SOO-pleks. The American pronunciation is /ˈsuplɛks/. In British English it is /ˈsuːplɛks/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in suplex?
Suplex has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SOO). Broken into parts: SOO · pleks.
Do Americans and Brits say suplex the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsuplɛks/ and the British form is /ˈsuːplɛks/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.