How to Pronounce “nginx”
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- American (US)
- /ˈen dʒɪn eks/
- British (UK)
- /ˈen dʒɪn eks/
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “nginx” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /ˈen dʒɪn eks/ 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
How do you pronounce "nginx" in American vs British English?
Both accents use the same sequence of phonemes for "nginx", /ˈen dʒɪn eks/, 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 "nginx"?
/ˈen dʒɪn eks/ in American English, /ˈen dʒɪn eks/ in British English.
Which syllable is stressed in "nginx"?
“nginx” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /ˈen dʒɪn eks/ 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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