How to Pronounce “Ajax”
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- American (US)
- /ˈeɪdʒæks/
- British (UK)
- /ˈeɪdʒæks/
What “Ajax” means
proper noun — Either of two heroes of the Trojan War.
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “Ajax” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈeɪdʒæks/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Ajax" mean?
Ajax (proper noun): Either of two heroes of the Trojan War.
How do you pronounce "Ajax" in American vs British English?
Both accents use the same sequence of phonemes for "Ajax", /ˈeɪdʒæks/, so the difference you hear is in how the vowels are coloured rather than in which sounds are used. Play both on this page to compare.
What is the IPA transcription of "Ajax"?
/ˈeɪdʒæks/ in American English, /ˈeɪdʒæks/ in British English.
Which syllable is stressed in "Ajax"?
“Ajax” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈeɪdʒæks/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
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