How to pronounce ruffer
Say it like RUHF-er. Ruffer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHF).
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- RUHF
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ruffer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RUHFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of ruffer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: RUHF-uh.
What does ruffer mean?
- One who ruffs.
- comparative form of ruff: more ruff How to pronounce ruff
- Alternative form of rougher (“worker who shapes something”).
Where does ruffer come from?
From ruff + -er.
Words that rhyme with ruffer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of ruffer.
Questions about saying ruffer
How do you pronounce ruffer?
Say RUHF-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈrʌfɚ/. In British English it is /ˈrʌfə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ruffer?
Ruffer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHF). Broken into parts: RUHF · er.
Is ruffer 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 /ˈrʌfə/ (RUHF-uh).