How to pronounce mushy
Say it like MUHSH-ee. Mushy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHSH).
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- MUHSH
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mushy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MUHSHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of mushy
American and British speakers say mushy in essentially the same way: /ˈmʌʃi/ in the US and /ˈmʌʃi/ in the UK.
British respelling: MUHSH-ee.
What does mushy mean?
- Resembling or having the consistency of mush; semiliquid, pasty, or granular.“I don't especially like mushy oatmeal.”
- Soft; squishy.“The brake pedal is mushy sometimes when I step on it.”
- Overly sappy, corny, or cheesy; sentimental, especially in a romantic way; maudlin.“Skip the mushy, romantic scenes and get to the action.”
Where does mushy come from?
From mush + -y.
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Words that rhyme with mushy
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Questions about saying mushy
How do you pronounce mushy?
Say MUHSH-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈmʌʃi/. In British English it is /ˈmʌʃi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mushy?
Mushy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHSH). Broken into parts: MUHSH · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say mushy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmʌʃi/ and the British form is /ˈmʌʃi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.