How to Pronounce "detox"
word
/ˈdiˌtɑks/
DEE-tahks
/diːtˈɒks/
dee-TOKS
Definition
A process where harmful substances are removed from the body, often used to talk about quitting drugs, alcohol, or improving health by clearing toxins.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdiˌtɑks/
British English
/diːtˈɒks/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DEE-tahks
UK
dee-TOKS
Listen in Context
I'm doing a detox to feel healthier.
He went to a clinic for detox after drinking too much.
Some people try a juice detox for a few days.
After the holidays, everyone seems to talk about doing a detox to reset.