How to Pronounce "sexes"
word
ˈsɛksəz/, /ˈsɛksɪz
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sˈɛksɪz
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Definition
The plural of 'sex', usually referring to the two major biological categories, male and female, in animals and humans.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɛksəz/, /ˈsɛksɪz
British English
sˈɛksɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
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Listen in Context
There are two main sexes in most animals: male and female.
Both sexes can compete in the race.
Scientists study the differences between the sexes.
People often assume the sexes are very different, but there's a lot they share.