How to Pronounce Mushy

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

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Letters

/ˈmʊʃi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “mushy”

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

What does mushy mean?

adjective

  1. Resembling or having the consistency of mush; semiliquid, pasty, or granular.

    “I don't especially like mushy oatmeal.”

  2. Soft; squishy.

    “The brake pedal is mushy sometimes when I step on it.”

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Words that rhyme with mushy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

deshigushyslushyplushyswishyblushyrushytushybrushyrachi

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mushy"?▾

"Mushy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "mushy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mushy" is /ˈmʊʃi/.

What does "mushy" mean?▾

Mushy: Resembling or having the consistency of mush; semiliquid, pasty, or granular.

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