How to Pronounce Hexes

To pronounce "hexes", say HEX-es — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhɛksɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈhɛksɪz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hexes”

"hexes" has 2 syllables: hex-es. It rhymes with sexes and exes, if that helps it stick.

What does hexes mean?

noun

  1. An evil spell or curse.
  2. A witch.

verb

  1. To cast a spell on (specifically an evil spell), to bewitch.

noun

  1. A hexagonal space on a game board.
  2. A hexagon-shaped item of rock climbing equipment intended to be wedged into a crack or other opening in the rock.

Words that rhyme with hexes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

sexesexesflexesannexesperplexesvexesrexes

Related words

bewitchenchantglamourwitchjinxcursehexadecimalcharms

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hexes"?▾

"Hexes" has 2 syllables: hex · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "hexes"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hexes" is /ˈhɛksɪz/.

What does "hexes" mean?▾

Hexes: An evil spell or curse.

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