How to Pronounce Banish

To pronounce "banish", say BAN-ish — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbænɪʃ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈbænɪʃ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “banish”

"banish" has 2 syllables: ban-ish. It rhymes with vanish and clannish, if that helps it stick.

What does banish mean?

verb

  1. (heading) To send someone away and forbid that person from returning.
  2. To expel, especially from the mind.

    “banish fear, qualm.”

Words that rhyme with banish

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

vanishclannishmannishtannishpollyannishmanishganeshhanischhanishjanischjanishspanish

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "banish"?▾

"Banish" has 2 syllables: ban · ish.

What is the IPA transcription of "banish"?▾

The IPA transcription of "banish" is /ˈbænɪʃ/.

What does "banish" mean?▾

Banish: (heading) To send someone away and forbid that person from returning.

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