How to Pronounce Scolex

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

SCOL-ex

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💡 Tip for remembering “scolex”

"scolex" has 2 syllables: scol-ex. It rhymes with bollix and bollocks, if that helps it stick.

What does scolex mean?

noun

  1. The structure at the front end of a tapeworm which, in the adult, has suckers and hooks by which it attaches itself to a host.

Words that rhyme with scolex

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bollixbollockspolluxsymbolicshydraulicspollexalcoholicsworkaholicsfrolicspollackspollocks

Related words

invaginatedosculumscolecidproscolexcoenurusscopulascolecomorphidphascolosomatid

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scolex"?▾

"Scolex" has 2 syllables: scol · ex.

What does "scolex" mean?▾

Scolex: The structure at the front end of a tapeworm which, in the adult, has suckers and hooks by which it attaches itself to a host.

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