To pronounce "marsh", say MARSH — one syllable, IPA /mɑː(ɹ)ʃ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/mɑː(ɹ)ʃ/
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"marsh" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with harsh and saltmarsh, if that helps it stick.
Sounds exactly like: marche, marsch — easy to mix up when writing.
noun
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"Marsh" has one syllable.
The IPA transcription of "marsh" is /mɑː(ɹ)ʃ/.
Marsh: An area of low, wet land, often with tall grass.
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