How to Pronounce Plexus

To pronounce "plexus", say PLEX-us — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈplɛksəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈplɛksəs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “plexus”

"plexus" has 2 syllables: plex-us. It rhymes with nexus and lexis, if that helps it stick.

What does plexus mean?

noun

  1. A network or interwoven mass, especially of nerves, blood vessels, or lymphatic vessels.
  2. The system of equations required for the complete expression of the relations which exist between a set of quantities.

Synonyms

rete

Words that rhyme with plexus

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

nexuslexisrhexistelexesnexisalexisbanctexaselexiskaryrrhexislexustexas

Related words

lumbarretepuncturenetworkmeshnetlatticegrid

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "plexus"?▾

"Plexus" has 2 syllables: plex · us.

What is the IPA transcription of "plexus"?▾

The IPA transcription of "plexus" is /ˈplɛksəs/.

What does "plexus" mean?▾

Plexus: A network or interwoven mass, especially of nerves, blood vessels, or lymphatic vessels.

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