How Do You Spell SMUSH?

Pronunciation: [smˈʌʃ] (IPA)

The word "smush" is a colloquial term that is often used to describe the act of smashing something or pressing it together. Its spelling can be somewhat confusing, as the "u" and "sh" sounds are not typically found together in English words. However, the word is actually a phonetic spelling of the sound that occurs when something is compressed or squished. In IPA phonetics, it is spelled /smʌʃ/, with a schwa vowel sound followed by a voiced postalveolar fricative.

SMUSH Meaning and Definition

  1. Smush is a colloquial term that originated in American English, and its definition refers to the act of crushing, squashing, or compressing something, often into a smaller or more compact form. This verb is commonly used to describe the action of exerting force on an object, object fragment, or substance, resulting in its deformation or flattening.

    The term "smush" can also be used metaphorically to convey a state of extreme intimacy, affection, or closeness between two or more individuals, often describing a merging or intertwining scenario. In this context, it represents a strong bond or connection that goes beyond physical touch and encompasses emotional, mental, or spiritual aspects.

    Typically, "smush" is associated with soft or malleable objects, such as food, clay, playdough, or pillows, but it can also be used to refer to the process of crushing or flattening solid materials, like rocks or paper. Its usage can also extend to non-physical concepts, like ideas or plans, conveying the notion of simplification or condensation.

    The term "smush" is informal and often employed in casual conversations or informal writing. It has gained popularity due to its simplicity and expressiveness, making it a versatile verb used to depict various scenarios involving compression, affection, or merging.

Etymology of SMUSH

The word "smush" is believed to be an onomatopoeic term, meaning it imitates the sound it describes. It likely originates from the sound made when something soft or squishy is pressed or squashed together. The exact etymology of "smush" is not entirely clear, as it is a relatively recent addition to the English language and does not have a well-documented history. However, it has gained popularity in colloquial usage, particularly in the United States.

Conjugate verb Smush

CONDITIONAL

I would smush
you would smush
he/she/it would smush
we would smush
they would smush

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be smushing
you would be smushing
he/she/it would be smushing
we would be smushing
they would be smushing

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have smush
you would have smush
he/she/it would have smush
we would have smush
they would have smush

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been smushing
you would have been smushing
he/she/it would have been smushing
we would have been smushing
they would have been smushing

FUTURE

I will smush
you will smush
he/she/it will smush
we will smush
they will smush

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be smushing
you will be smushing
he/she/it will be smushing
we will be smushing
they will be smushing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have smushed
you will have smushed
he/she/it will have smushed
we will have smushed
they will have smushed

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been smushing
you will have been smushing
he/she/it will have been smushing
we will have been smushing
they will have been smushing

IMPERATIVE

you smush
we let´s smush

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to smush

PAST

I smushed
you smushed
he/she/it smushed
we smushed
they smushed

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was smushing
you were smushing
he/she/it was smushing
we were smushing
they were smushing

PAST PARTICIPLE

smushed

PAST PERFECT

I had smushed
you had smushed
he/she/it had smushed
we had smushed
they had smushed

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been smushing
you had been smushing
he/she/it had been smushing
we had been smushing
they had been smushing

PRESENT

I smush
you smush
he/she/it smushes
we smush
they smush

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am smushing
you are smushing
he/she/it is smushing
we are smushing
they are smushing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

smushing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have smushed
you have smushed
he/she/it has smushed
we have smushed
they have smushed

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been smushing
you have been smushing
he/she/it has been smushing
we have been smushing
they have been smushing