How to Pronounce Pooch

To pronounce "pooch", say POOCH — one syllable, IPA /puːt͡ʃ/. 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

/puːt͡ʃ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “pooch”

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

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

What does pooch mean?

noun

  1. A dog.
  2. A dog of mixed breed; a mongrel.

Words that rhyme with pooch

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

broochsmoochgoochscoochmoochhootchloochhoochscroochbuechepuche

Related words

doggiedoggybow-wowlapdogpuppymuttterrierpet

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pooch"?▾

"Pooch" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "pooch"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pooch" is /puːt͡ʃ/.

What does "pooch" mean?▾

Pooch: A dog.

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