How to Pronounce Quash

To pronounce "quash", say QUASH — one syllable, IPA /kwɒʃ/. 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

/kwɒʃ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “quash”

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

What does quash mean?

verb

  1. To defeat decisively.

    “The army quashed the rebellion.”

  2. To crush or dash to pieces.

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Words that rhyme with quash

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

panacheswashsloshwhitewashposhhogwashtoshawashwashdoshbackwashbosh

Related words

reducerepresssubdueannulavoidnullifyinvalidatesubjugate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "quash"?▾

"Quash" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "quash"?▾

The IPA transcription of "quash" is /kwɒʃ/.

What does "quash" mean?▾

Quash: To defeat decisively.

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