How to Pronounce Amplexus

To pronounce "amplexus", say AMPL-ex-us — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

AMPL-ex-us

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💡 Tip for remembering “amplexus”

"amplexus" has 3 syllables: ampl-ex-us.

What does amplexus mean?

noun

  1. A form of pseudocopulation, found chiefly in amphibians and horseshoe crabs, in which a male grasps a female with his front legs as part of the mating process.

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How many syllables are in "amplexus"?▾

"Amplexus" has 3 syllables: ampl · ex · us.

What does "amplexus" mean?▾

Amplexus: A form of pseudocopulation, found chiefly in amphibians and horseshoe crabs, in which a male grasps a female with his front legs as part of the mating process.

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