How to Pronounce Tux

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

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Letters

/tʌks/

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💡 Tip for remembering “tux”

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

Sounds exactly like: tucks, tuks — easy to mix up when writing.

What does tux mean?

noun

  1. A tuxedo.

Words that rhyme with tux

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fluxreduxdeluxeinfluxstrixduxluxsucksfucksducksshucksmegabucks

Related words

tuxedojacketcoatcloaksuitdressoutfitattire

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tux"?▾

"Tux" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "tux"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tux" is /tʌks/.

What does "tux" mean?▾

Tux: A tuxedo.

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