How to Pronounce Doxy

To pronounce "doxy", say DOXY — one syllable, IPA /ˈdɒksi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ˈdɒksi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “doxy”

"doxy" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with moxie and proxy, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: doxie, doxey — easy to mix up when writing.

What does doxy mean?

noun

  1. A sweetheart; a prostitute or a mistress.

Synonyms

paramour

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Words that rhyme with doxy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

moxieproxyfoxyepoxyheterodoxyboxydoxieoxycoccihydroxybocciflocci

Related words

courtesanparamourconcubineodalisquedoxiedoneydotedovelet

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "doxy"?▾

"Doxy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "doxy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "doxy" is /ˈdɒksi/.

What does "doxy" mean?▾

Doxy: A sweetheart; a prostitute or a mistress.

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