How to Pronounce Dux

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

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Letters

/dʌks/

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💡 Tip for remembering “dux”

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

Sounds exactly like: ducks — easy to mix up when writing.

What does dux mean?

noun

  1. The top (male or female) academic student in a school, or in a year of school; the top student in a specified academic discipline.
  2. A high-ranking commander in the Roman army, responsible for more than one legion.

Synonyms

valedictorian

Words that rhyme with dux

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fluxreduxdeluxeinfluxstrixluxsucksfuckstuxducksshucksmegabucks

Related words

ducevaledictoriantoppertop-notchervaledictdukeelitedoyen

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dux"?▾

"Dux" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "dux"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dux" is /dʌks/.

What does "dux" mean?▾

Dux: The top (male or female) academic student in a school, or in a year of school; the top student in a specified academic discipline.

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