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How to Pronounce “semtex” in English

/ˈsɛm.tɛks/

SEM·tex

Stress: sem

Accent:

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What does “semtex” mean?

NOUN
  • A highly malleable general-purpose plastic explosive.
VERB
  • To use semtex to destroy (something).

Example sentences

  • If you imagine that 400 g of Semtex were enough to produce the Lockerbie catastrophe, then you get an imagination. And we are talking about an
  • Well, 800 g of Semtex is very, very serious.

Common phrases

semtex explosivessemtex explosivenow semtex

How to pronounce “semtex

Syllables:
sem · tex
Stress:
sem — say this syllable louder and longer.
IPA:
/ˈsɛm.tɛks/
Listen for:
the stressed /sem/ in the clips above — notice how surrounding sounds blend in natural speech.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do you pronounce “semtex”?

“semtex” is pronounced /ˈsɛm.tɛks/ (sem · tex). Listen to the native-speaker clips above to hear it in real conversation.

How many syllables are in “semtex”?

“semtex” has 2 syllables: sem · tex.

Where is the stress in “semtex”?

The primary stress in “semtex” is on “SEM”. Listen for that stressed syllable in the clips above.

What does “semtex” mean?

A highly malleable general-purpose plastic explosive.

How can I hear “semtex” used in real sentences?

This page has 7 real-world video examples of “semtex” with synchronized subtitles. Use Previous / Next (or ← / → keys) to hear each one at the exact moment it is spoken.