To pronounce "mixed", say MIX-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /mɪkst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/mɪkst/
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"mixed" has 2 syllables: mix-ed. It rhymes with affixed and transfixed, if that helps it stick.
Sounds exactly like: mixte — easy to mix up when writing.
verb
“Mix the eggs and milk with the flour until the consistency is smooth.”
“Don't mix the meat recipes with the dairy recipes.”
adjective
“I get a very mixed feeling from this puzzling painting.”
“My joy was somewhat mixed when my partner said she was pregnant: it's a lot of responsibility.”
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"Mixed" has 2 syllables: mix · ed.
The IPA transcription of "mixed" is /mɪkst/.
Mixed: To stir together.
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