How to Pronounce Ash

To pronounce "ash", say ASH — one syllable, IPA /æʃ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/æʃ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ash”

"ash" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with dash and cache, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: ashe, asch, asche — easy to mix up when writing.

What does ash mean?

noun

  1. The solid remains of a fire.

    “Ash from a fireplace can restore minerals to your garden's soil.”

  2. The nonaqueous remains of a material subjected to any complete oxidation process.

verb

  1. To reduce to a residue of ash. See ashing.
  2. To hit the end off of a burning cigar or cigarette.

Synonyms

cremains

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Words that rhyme with ash

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dashcacherashgashsmashclashlashthrashcrashmashbacklashgnash

Related words

powderburnsmokeashescremainscinderurndust

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ash"?▾

"Ash" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "ash"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ash" is /æʃ/.

What does "ash" mean?▾

Ash: The solid remains of a fire.

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