How to pronounce ruder
Say it like ROO-der. Ruder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ROO).
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US American/ˈrudɚ/ROO-der
UK British/ˈruːdə/ROO-duh
- ROO
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ruder pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ROOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of ruder
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ROO-duh.
What does ruder mean?
adjective
- comparative form of rude: more rude How to pronounce rude
Questions about saying ruder
How do you pronounce ruder?
Say ROO-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈrudɚ/. In British English it is /ˈruːdə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ruder?
Ruder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ROO). Broken into parts: ROO · der.
Is ruder pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈruːdə/ (ROO-duh).