How to Pronounce "pushups"
word
/ˈpʊˌʃəps/
POO-shups
/ˈpʊʃʌps/
POOSH-ups
Definition
A pushup is an exercise where you lie face down and use your arms to raise and lower your body by pushing against the floor. It mainly works the chest, arms, and shoulders.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpʊˌʃəps/
British English
/ˈpʊʃʌps/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
POO-shups
UK
POOSH-ups
Listen in Context
He can do fifty pushups in a row.
Let's do some pushups before breakfast.
The coach wants us to practice pushups every day.
I'm terrible at pushups, but I'm getting a little stronger every week.