How to pronounce rusher
Say it like RUHSH-er. Rusher has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHSH).
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- RUHSH
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rusher pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RUHSHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of rusher
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: RUHSH-uh.
What does rusher mean?
- A person who rushes.
- The fast defensive position whose objective is to sack the offensive team's quarterback.
Where does rusher come from?
From rush + -er.
Words that rhyme with rusher
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rusher.
Questions about saying rusher
How do you pronounce rusher?
Say RUHSH-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈrʌʃɚ/. In British English it is /ˈrʌʃə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rusher?
Rusher has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHSH). Broken into parts: RUHSH · er.
Is rusher pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈrʌʃə/ (RUHSH-uh).