How to Pronounce "latex"
word
/ˈɫeɪˌtɛks/
LAY-teks
/lˈeɪtɛks/
lay-TEKS
Definition
A milky white liquid produced by some plants (especially the rubber tree), used to make products like rubber, gloves, and balloons. 'Latex' can also refer to synthetic (man-made) substances with similar properties.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɫeɪˌtɛks/
British English
/lˈeɪtɛks/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAY-teks
UK
lay-TEKS
Listen in Context
These gloves are made of latex.
The rubber tree produces latex.
Some people are allergic to latex.
Do you have any latex-free gloves?