How to Pronounce Thuggish

To pronounce "thuggish", say THUGG-ish — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈθʌɡɪʃ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈθʌɡɪʃ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “thuggish”

"thuggish" has 2 syllables: thugg-ish. It rhymes with sluggish and priggish, if that helps it stick.

What does thuggish mean?

adjective

  1. Characterized by thuggery; behaving in a violent or intimidating way; appearing to be violent or intimidating.

    “Their thuggish manner made continuing negotiations very difficult.”

  2. Resembling or characteristic of the assassins known as thugs or Thuggees (often capitalized in this sense).

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Words that rhyme with thuggish

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

sluggishpriggishjiggishniggishpiggishbiggishriggishmuggishagushwhiggish

Related words

thuglikethuggyruggedhooliganisticruffianishruffianlyfiercebullyish

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "thuggish"?▾

"Thuggish" has 2 syllables: thugg · ish.

What is the IPA transcription of "thuggish"?▾

The IPA transcription of "thuggish" is /ˈθʌɡɪʃ/.

What does "thuggish" mean?▾

Thuggish: Characterized by thuggery; behaving in a violent or intimidating way; appearing to be violent or intimidating.

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