How to Pronounce Cushions

To pronounce "cushions", say CUSH-ions — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkʊʃənz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈkʊʃənz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “cushions”

"cushions" has 2 syllables: cush-ions.

What does cushions mean?

noun

  1. A soft mass of material stuffed into a cloth bag, used for comfort or support; for sitting on, kneeling on, resting one's head on etc.
  2. Something acting as a cushion, especially to absorb a shock or impact.

verb

  1. To furnish with cushions.

    “to cushion a sofa”

  2. To seat or place on, or as on a cushion.

Related words

buffersoftenshockbagsbandsdampersgangsliners

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cushions"?▾

"Cushions" has 2 syllables: cush · ions.

What is the IPA transcription of "cushions"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cushions" is /ˈkʊʃənz/.

What does "cushions" mean?▾

Cushions: A soft mass of material stuffed into a cloth bag, used for comfort or support; for sitting on, kneeling on, resting one's head on etc.

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