How to pronounce ruction
Say it like RUHK-shun. Ruction has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHK).
- RUHK
- shun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ruction pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RUHKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- shunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of ruction
American and British speakers say ruction in essentially the same way: /ˈrʌkʃən/ in the US and /ˈrʌkʃən/ in the UK.
British respelling: RUHK-shun.
What does ruction mean?
- A noisy quarrel or fight.
Where does ruction come from?
1825, of unknown origin, possibly from eruption or insurrection.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with ruction
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of ruction.
Questions about saying ruction
How do you pronounce ruction?
Say RUHK-shun. The American pronunciation is /ˈrʌkʃən/. In British English it is /ˈrʌkʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ruction?
Ruction has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHK). Broken into parts: RUHK · shun.
Do Americans and Brits say ruction the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrʌkʃən/ and the British form is /ˈrʌkʃən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.