How to Pronounce Sheesh

To pronounce "sheesh", say SHEESH — one syllable, IPA /ʃiːʃ/. 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

/ʃiːʃ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “sheesh”

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

What does sheesh mean?

interjection

  1. An expression of exasperation.

Words that rhyme with sheesh

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pasticheleashunleashquichehashishmacleishkeeshashishheeschbayerischeeashfriesz

Related words

heylolhuhgeezcmonhahacuzumm

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sheesh"?▾

"Sheesh" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "sheesh"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sheesh" is /ʃiːʃ/.

What does "sheesh" mean?▾

Sheesh: An expression of exasperation.

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