How to Pronounce Rush

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

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Syllable

Letters

/ɹʌʃ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “rush”

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

Sounds exactly like: rusch, rusche — easy to mix up when writing.

What does rush mean?

noun

Any of several stiff plants of the genus Juncus, or the family Juncaceae, having hollow or pithy stems and small flowers, and often growing in marshes or near water.
The stem of such plants used in making baskets, mats, the seats of chairs, etc.

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Words that rhyme with rush

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lush flush brush crush hush plush blush gush frush underbrush slush squish

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rush"?▾

"Rush" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "rush"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rush" is /ɹʌʃ/.

What does "rush" mean?▾

Rush: Any of several stiff plants of the genus Juncus, or the family Juncaceae, having hollow or pithy stems and small flowers, and often growing in marshes or near water.

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