How to Pronounce Tush

To pronounce "tush", say TUSH — one syllable, IPA /tʌʃ/. 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

/tʌʃ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “tush”

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

What does tush mean?

noun

  1. A tusk.
  2. A small tusk sometimes found on the female Indian elephant.

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Words that rhyme with tush

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pushambushbushcushkushshadbush

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tush"?▾

"Tush" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "tush"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tush" is /tʌʃ/.

What does "tush" mean?▾

Tush: A tusk.

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