How to Pronounce "swish"

word

/ˈswɪʃ/

SWISH

/swˈɪʃ/

SWISH

Definition

A soft, smooth, rustling or whooshing sound, like something moving quickly through the air. In basketball, it means the ball goes through the hoop without touching the rim or backboard, making a clean shot.

IPA Transcription

American English

/ˈswɪʃ/

British English

/swˈɪʃ/

Simplified Pronunciation

SWISH

Listen in Context

The new dress makes a swish sound when she walks.

He made a perfect swish with his basketball shot.

She heard the swish of the leaves in the wind.

Did you see that? The ball went swish right through the hoop!