How to Pronounce Flax

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

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/flæks/

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💡 Tip for remembering “flax”

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

What does flax mean?

noun

  1. A plant of the genus Linum, especially Linum usitatissimum, which has a single, slender stalk, about a foot and a half high, with blue flowers. Also known as linseed, especially when referring to the seeds.
  2. The fibers of Linum usitatissimum, grown to make linen and related textiles.

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Words that rhyme with flax

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relaxparallaxsyntaxajaxwaxaxedrawbacksknickknackstrackstaxsaxslacks

Related words

linseedflaxseedhackledtoadlinenrettedlinolin

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "flax"?▾

"Flax" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "flax"?▾

The IPA transcription of "flax" is /flæks/.

What does "flax" mean?▾

Flax: A plant of the genus Linum, especially Linum usitatissimum, which has a single, slender stalk, about a foot and a half high, with blue flowers. Also known as linseed, especially when referring to the seeds.

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