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Calyx Pronunciation
Calyx is pronounced KA-liks, IPA /ˈkælɪks/.
KA-liks
US /ˈkælɪks/ · UK /ˈkælɪks/
Syllables: KA · liks (2 syllables, stress on syllable 1)
noun: The ring of sepals that encloses a flower bud.
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Calyx in a Sentence
- The calyx splits as the petals open.
- A hairy calyx is typical of the family.
- Look for the shape of the calyx to tell the two apart.
Common Mispronunciations of Calyx
Not KAY-liks
The opening vowel is the flat a of calendar. A long ay would give something nearer to the word chalice.
Not kuh-LIKS
Front stress: KA-liks. The second syllable is quick and ends in a clear ks.
Tip: The plural can be calyces, said KA-luh-seez, or calyxes.
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