Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

-fix

/fɪks/

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: 4.75 in modern English

Syllables
-fix
IPA
/fɪks/
13
Scrabble Score
3
Letters
2
Syllables
3
Unique Chars

Meaning

suffix

Forming nouns denoting a morpheme used in word formation joined to a word in the specified way

suffix

Forming verbs denoting fastening or attaching (something) in the specified way

Example Sentences

Etymology

The common element of prefix, suffix, and affix — all ultimately from Latin figere (“to fasten”).

Origin

Word Breakdown

Regional Pronunciation

  • British English: /fɪks/

Phrases

-fixation

Frequently Paired Words

-fixation

Questions

How do you pronounce -fix?
The recorded pronunciation is /fɪks/.
What does -fix mean?
Forming nouns denoting a morpheme used in word formation joined to a word in the specified way
Where does -fix come from?
It is traced to Latin.

How to pronounce -fix

  1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “-fix”.
  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling (/fɪks/) so you know which sounds to aim for.
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  4. Repeat and practice — Say “-fix” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.