How to pronounce "taxis"

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Phonetic Breakdown of "taxis"

Learn how to break down "taxis" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.

Standard Phonetic Pronunciation:

/ˈtæksɪs/
/ˈtæksiz/
Phonetic representation based on standard dictionaries

IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:

T AE1 K S IY0 Z
Standard phonetic transcription to help with precise pronunciation

Pronunciation Tips:

  • Stress the first syllable
  • Pay attention to vowel sounds
  • Practice each syllable separately

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Definition of "taxis"

Pronunciation: /ˈtæksɪs/

Noun

  • The directional movement of an organism in response to a stimulus.
  • The manipulation of a body part into its normal position after injury.
  • The arrangement of the parts of a topic.
  • Arrangement or ordering generally, as in architecture or grammar
  • A brigade in an Ancient Greek army.
Pronunciation: /ˈtæksiz/

Noun

  • A vehicle that may be hired for single journeys by members of the public, driven by a taxi driver.
  • A share taxi.

Verb

  • To move an aircraft on the ground under its own power.
    Example: "taxi down the runway"
  • To travel by taxicab.