How to Pronounce Push-up

To pronounce "push-up", say PUSH-up — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpʊʃˌʌp/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈpʊʃˌʌp/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “push-up”

"push-up" has 2 syllables: push-up.

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

What does push-up mean?

noun

  1. An exercise done to improve upper body strength, performed by resting on one's toes and hands and pushing one's weight off the floor.
  2. A push-up bra.

verb

  1. To perform a push-up, or to lift oneself off the ground in a push-up-like manner.

adjective

  1. Supporting the breasts to increase their apparent size.
  2. Designed to be worn rolled up.

Synonyms

press-up

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "push-up"?▾

"Push-up" has 2 syllables: push · up.

What is the IPA transcription of "push-up"?▾

The IPA transcription of "push-up" is /ˈpʊʃˌʌp/.

What does "push-up" mean?▾

Push-up: An exercise done to improve upper body strength, performed by resting on one's toes and hands and pushing one's weight off the floor.

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