How to Pronounce Sexes

To pronounce "sexes", say SEX-es — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsɛksɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈsɛksɪz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sexes”

"sexes" has 2 syllables: sex-es. It rhymes with exes and flexes, if that helps it stick.

What does sexes mean?

noun

  1. An offshoot of a larger religion; a group sharing particular (often unorthodox) political and/or religious beliefs.

    “A religious sect.”

  2. A group following a specific ideal or a leader.

noun

  1. A category into which sexually-reproducing organisms are divided on the basis of their reproductive roles in their species.

    “The effect of the medication is dependent upon age, sex, and other factors.”

  2. Another category, especially of humans and especially based on sexuality or gender roles.

verb

  1. To determine the sex of an animal.
  2. To have sex with.

Synonyms

gender

Words that rhyme with sexes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

exesflexesannexesperplexesvexesrexes

Related words

sexualityarouseexcitegenderboys

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sexes"?▾

"Sexes" has 2 syllables: sex · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "sexes"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sexes" is /ˈsɛksɪz/.

What does "sexes" mean?▾

Sexes: An offshoot of a larger religion; a group sharing particular (often unorthodox) political and/or religious beliefs.

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