How to pronounce inrush
Say it like IN-ruhsh. Inrush has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN).
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- IN
- ruhsh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Inrush pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- INSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ruhshGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of inrush
American and British speakers say inrush in essentially the same way: /ˈɪnˌrʌʃ/ in the US and /ˈɪnˌrʌʃ/ in the UK.
British respelling: IN-ruhsh.
What does inrush mean?
- A crowding or flooding in.
- The initial flow of electricity into a component when it is switched on.
Where does inrush come from?
From in- + rush.
Questions about saying inrush
How do you pronounce inrush?
Say IN-ruhsh. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪnˌrʌʃ/. In British English it is /ˈɪnˌrʌʃ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in inrush?
Inrush has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN). Broken into parts: IN · ruhsh.
Do Americans and Brits say inrush the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɪnˌrʌʃ/ and the British form is /ˈɪnˌrʌʃ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.