How to Pronounce Sax

To pronounce "sax", say SAX — one syllable, IPA /sæks/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/sæks/

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💡 Tip for remembering “sax”

"sax" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with relax and parallax, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: sacs, sachs, sacks, saks — easy to mix up when writing.

What does sax mean?

noun

  1. A slate-cutter's hammer; slate-ax.
  2. A knife or sword; a dagger about 50 cm (20 inches) in length.

verb

  1. To cut or slash with a sharp instrument; incise; scarify.

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Words that rhyme with sax

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

relaxparallaxsyntaxajaxflaxwaxaxedrawbacksknickknackstrackstaxslacks

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sax"?▾

"Sax" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "sax"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sax" is /sæks/.

What does "sax" mean?▾

Sax: A slate-cutter's hammer; slate-ax.

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