How to Pronounce Upshot

To pronounce "upshot", say UPSH-ot — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈʌpʃɒt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈʌpʃɒt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “upshot”

"upshot" has 2 syllables: upsh-ot. It rhymes with fraught and distraught, if that helps it stick.

What does upshot mean?

noun

A concise summary.
“I'm not interested in hearing all the details. Just give me the upshot.”
The final result, or outcome of something.
“The upshot was, that they had to get married.”

Synonyms

bottom line digest the long and short conclusion consequence

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Words that rhyme with upshot

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fraught distraught taut onslaught hot trot knot overwrought thought blot nought spot

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "upshot"?▾

"Upshot" has 2 syllables: upsh · ot.

What is the IPA transcription of "upshot"?▾

The IPA transcription of "upshot" is /ˈʌpʃɒt/.

What does "upshot" mean?▾

Upshot: A concise summary.

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