How to pronounce rugger
Say it like RUHG-er. Rugger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHG).
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- RUHG
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rugger pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RUHGSay 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 rugger
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: RUHG-uh.
What does rugger mean?
- rugby
- rugby player
Where does rugger come from?
From rugby (“Rugby football”) + -er (Oxford “-er”).
Words that rhyme with rugger
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rugger.
Questions about saying rugger
How do you pronounce rugger?
Say RUHG-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈrʌɡɚ/. In British English it is /ˈrʌɡə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rugger?
Rugger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHG). Broken into parts: RUHG · er.
Is rugger 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 /ˈrʌɡə/ (RUHG-uh).