How to Pronounce "axe"
word
/ˈæks/
aks
/ˈæks/
aks
Definition
An axe is a tool with a heavy metal blade used for chopping wood. Informally, 'axe' can also mean being fired from a job or ending something abruptly.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈæks/
British English
/ˈæks/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
aks
UK
aks
Listen in Context
He chopped wood with an axe.
The lumberjack carried a big axe.
He used an axe to cut the tree down.
Three workers got the axe last week when the company downsized.