How to Pronounce Dash

To pronounce "dash", say DASH — one syllable, IPA /dæʃ/. 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

/dæʃ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dash”

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

Sounds exactly like: dasch — easy to mix up when writing.

What does dash mean?

noun

  1. Any of the following symbols: ‒ (figure dash), – (en dash), — (em dash), or ― (horizontal bar).
  2. (by extension) The longer of the two symbols of Morse code.

verb

  1. To run quickly or for a short distance.

    “He dashed across the field.”

  2. To leave or depart.

    “I have to dash now. See you soon.”

interjection

  1. Damn!

Hear “dash” in real sentences

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Words that rhyme with dash

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

cacherashashgashsmashclashlashthrashcrashmashbacklashgnash

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dash"?▾

"Dash" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "dash"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dash" is /dæʃ/.

What does "dash" mean?▾

Dash: Any of the following symbols: ‒ (figure dash), – (en dash), — (em dash), or ― (horizontal bar).

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