How to Pronounce Cortex

To pronounce "cortex", say CORT-ex — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkɔːtɛks/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈkɔːtɛks/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “cortex”

"cortex" has 2 syllables: cort-ex. It rhymes with vortex and gore-tex, if that helps it stick.

What does cortex mean?

noun

  1. The outer layer of an internal organ or body structure, such as the kidney or the brain.
  2. The tissue of a stem or root that lies inward from the epidermis, but exterior to the vascular tissue.

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Words that rhyme with cortex

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vortexgore-tex

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cortex"?▾

"Cortex" has 2 syllables: cort · ex.

What is the IPA transcription of "cortex"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cortex" is /ˈkɔːtɛks/.

What does "cortex" mean?▾

Cortex: The outer layer of an internal organ or body structure, such as the kidney or the brain.

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