Rush

How to Split "Rush" into Syllables

The word Rush is divided into 1 syllables: rush. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• rush — 1st syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of Rush:

• IPA: /ɹʌʃ/

📖 Definitions

1. A sudden, brief exhilaration, for instance the pleasurable sensation produced by a stimulant.
2. rush (third-person singular simple present rushes, present participle rushing, simple past and past participle rushed)

📚 Word Origin & History

Perhaps from Middle English ruschen, russchen (“to rush, startle, make a loud rushing noise”), from Old English hrysċan (“to jolt, startle”), from Proto-West Germanic *hurskijan, from Proto-Germanic *hurskijaną (“to startle, drive”), from *hurskaz (“fast, rapid, quick”), from Proto-Indo-European *ḱers- (“to run, hurry”). Cognate with Old High German hursken (“to hurry, speed, incite, accelerate”), Old English horsċ (“quick, quick-witted, clever”), Old Frisian ros...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

Understanding how to break down Rush into syllables helps with:

• Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
• Improved spelling — Breaking words into chunks makes them easier to remember and write
• Reading fluency — Recognizing syllable patterns speeds up reading comprehension
• Poetry and lyrics — Syllable counting is essential for meter and rhythm
• Language learning — Non-native speakers benefit from syllable awareness

📊 Similar Words Comparison

Compare Rush with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word	Syllables	Division
Rush	1	rush
rakes	2	ra-kes
rehash	2	re-hash
Ricky	2	ri-cky
rug	1	rug

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to Rush:

ruse, rusk, Russ, rust, rushy, Russo, Rusty, rusher.