How to pronounce drat
Say it like DRAT. Drat is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- DRAT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Drat pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DRATSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of drat
American and British speakers say drat in essentially the same way: /dræt/ in the US and /dræt/ in the UK.
British respelling: DRAT.
What does drat mean?
- To damn or curse.“Drat you and your evil schemes!”
- Expressing anger, annoyance or frustration.“Drat! I forgot to post these letters.”
Where does drat come from?
An aphetism of od-rat (“God rot”) as a minced oath.
Words that rhyme with drat
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of drat.
Questions about saying drat
How do you pronounce drat?
Say DRAT. The American pronunciation is /dræt/. In British English it is /dræt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in drat?
Drat is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: DRAT.
Do Americans and Brits say drat the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /dræt/ and the British form is /dræt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.