How to Pronounce Usher

To pronounce "usher", say USH-er — 2 syllables, IPA /[ˈaʃ.ə(ɹ)]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

usher

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/[ˈaʃ.ə(ɹ)]/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “usher”

"usher" has 2 syllables: ush-er. It rhymes with blusher and gusher, if that helps it stick.

What does usher mean?

noun

  1. A person, in a church, cinema etc., who escorts people to their seats.
  2. A male escort at a wedding.

verb

  1. To guide people to their seats.
  2. To accompany or escort (someone).

Synonyms

bridesmangroomsman

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Words that rhyme with usher

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

blushergushercrusherslusherrusherlushermusherflusherbrusherplusherthrusherhusher

Related words

guidedoorkeepershowassistantescortgentlemanmarshalbailiff

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "usher"?▾

"Usher" has 2 syllables: ush · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "usher"?▾

The IPA transcription of "usher" is /[ˈaʃ.ə(ɹ)]/.

What does "usher" mean?▾

Usher: A person, in a church, cinema etc., who escorts people to their seats.

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