How to pronounce ruggy
Say it like RUHG-ee. Ruggy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHG).
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- RUHG
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ruggy 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.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of ruggy
American and British speakers say ruggy in essentially the same way: /ˈrʌɡi/ in the US and /ˈrʌɡi/ in the UK.
British respelling: RUHG-ee.
What does ruggy mean?
- Frusty, frowsy.
- Of, relating to, or resembling a rug.
Where does ruggy come from?
(sense 2) rug + -y
Words that rhyme with ruggy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of ruggy.
Questions about saying ruggy
How do you pronounce ruggy?
Say RUHG-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈrʌɡi/. In British English it is /ˈrʌɡi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ruggy?
Ruggy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHG). Broken into parts: RUHG · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say ruggy the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrʌɡi/ and the British form is /ˈrʌɡi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.