How to Pronounce Hexachord

To pronounce "hexachord", say HEX-ach-ord — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

HEX-ach-ord

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💡 Tip for remembering “hexachord”

"hexachord" has 3 syllables: hex-ach-ord.

What does hexachord mean?

noun

  1. A series of six tones denoted with the syllables ut-re-mi-fa-sol-la separated by seconds, the only of which that is a minor second being mi-fa.

Related words

tetrachordoctachordheptachordpentachordenneachorddichordtriaddecachord

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hexachord"?▾

"Hexachord" has 3 syllables: hex · ach · ord.

What does "hexachord" mean?▾

Hexachord: A series of six tones denoted with the syllables ut-re-mi-fa-sol-la separated by seconds, the only of which that is a minor second being mi-fa.

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