How to Pronounce Poxes

To pronounce "poxes", say POX-es — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

POX-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “poxes”

"poxes" has 2 syllables: pox-es. It rhymes with paradoxes and foxes, if that helps it stick.

What does poxes mean?

noun

  1. A disease characterized by purulent skin eruptions that may leave pockmarks.
  2. Syphilis.

Words that rhyme with poxes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

paradoxesfoxesmailboxesskyboxesboxescoxesmatchboxesoutfoxesboomboxes

Related words

syphilissyphotherchickenpoxcurseherpeshivesitch

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "poxes"?▾

"Poxes" has 2 syllables: pox · es.

What does "poxes" mean?▾

Poxes: A disease characterized by purulent skin eruptions that may leave pockmarks.

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