How to pronounce rousette
Say it like roo-ZET. Rousette has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ZET).
- roo
- ZET
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rousette pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- rooKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- ZETSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of rousette
American and British speakers say rousette in essentially the same way: /ruˈzɛt/ in the US and /ruːˈzɛt/ in the UK.
British respelling: roo-ZET.
What does rousette mean?
- Any of a number of species of fruit bat, of the genus Rousettus.
Where does rousette come from?
From French roussette (“flying fox”), from Old French reddish.
Words that rhyme with rousette
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rousette.
Questions about saying rousette
How do you pronounce rousette?
Say roo-ZET. The American pronunciation is /ruˈzɛt/. In British English it is /ruːˈzɛt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rousette?
Rousette has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ZET). Broken into parts: roo · ZET.
Do Americans and Brits say rousette the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ruˈzɛt/ and the British form is /ruːˈzɛt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.