How to pronounce cushiony
Say it like KUUSH-uh-nee. Cushiony has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KUUSH).
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- KUUSH
- uh
- nee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cushiony pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KUUSHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- neeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of cushiony
American and British speakers say cushiony in essentially the same way: /ˈkʊʃəni/ in the US and /ˈkʊʃəniː/ in the UK.
British respelling: KUUSH-uh-nee.
What does cushiony mean?
- Like a cushion: comfortable, soft, yielding.
- Having cushions; provided with cushions.
- Used as a cushion.
Where does cushiony come from?
From cushion (noun) + -y (adjectival suffix).
Questions about saying cushiony
How do you pronounce cushiony?
Say KUUSH-uh-nee. The American pronunciation is /ˈkʊʃəni/. In British English it is /ˈkʊʃəniː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cushiony?
Cushiony has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KUUSH). Broken into parts: KUUSH · uh · nee.
Do Americans and Brits say cushiony the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkʊʃəni/ and the British form is /ˈkʊʃəniː/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.