How to pronounce cushy
Say it like KUUSH-ee. Cushy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KUUSH).
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- KUUSH
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cushy 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.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of cushy
American and British speakers say cushy in essentially the same way: /ˈkʊʃi/ in the US and /ˈkʊʃi/ in the UK.
British respelling: KUUSH-ee.
What does cushy mean?
- Making few demands; comfortable, easy.“This is a really cushy job. Mostly I just sit around drinking tea.”
- Comfortable, often in a way that will suit a person's body; ergonomic.“cushy sedans for executive types.”
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Words that rhyme with cushy
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Questions about saying cushy
How do you pronounce cushy?
Say KUUSH-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈkʊʃi/. In British English it is /ˈkʊʃi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cushy?
Cushy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KUUSH). Broken into parts: KUUSH · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say cushy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkʊʃi/ and the British form is /ˈkʊʃi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.