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
US
SWISH
UK
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!