How to pronounce rabble
Say it like RAB-ul. Rabble has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAB).
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- RAB
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rabble pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RABSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of rabble
American and British speakers say rabble in essentially the same way: /ˈræbəl/ in the US and /ˈræbəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: RAB-ul.
What does rabble mean?
- To speak in a confused manner; talk incoherently; utter nonsense
- To speak confusedly or incoherently; gabble or chatter out
- A mob; a disorderly crowd.
- An iron bar used in puddling.
Where does rabble come from?
First attested since 1300s, from Middle English rablen (“to ramble; rave; speak in a confused manner”), cognate with Middle Dutch rabbelen (“to talk; chatter; trifle”), Low German rabbeln, robbeln (“to chatter; prattle”).
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Words that rhyme with rabble
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rabble.
Questions about saying rabble
How do you pronounce rabble?
Say RAB-ul. The American pronunciation is /ˈræbəl/. In British English it is /ˈræbəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rabble?
Rabble has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAB). Broken into parts: RAB · ul.
Do Americans and Brits say rabble the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈræbəl/ and the British form is /ˈræbəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.