How to pronounce ruling
Say it like ROO-ling. Ruling has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ROO).
- ROO
- ling
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ruling 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.
- lingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of ruling
American and British speakers say ruling in essentially the same way: /ˈrulɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈruːlɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: ROO-ling.
What does ruling mean?
- That rules; predominant; chief; reigning; controlling.“the ruling monarch”
- An order or a decision on a point of law from someone in authority.
- present participle and gerund of rule How to pronounce rule
Where does ruling come from?
By surface analysis, rule + -ing.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with ruling
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of ruling.
Questions about saying ruling
How do you pronounce ruling?
Say ROO-ling. The American pronunciation is /ˈrulɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈruːlɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ruling?
Ruling has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ROO). Broken into parts: ROO · ling.
Do Americans and Brits say ruling the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrulɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈruːlɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.