How to pronounce runt
Say it like RUHNT. Runt is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- RUHNT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Runt pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RUHNTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of runt
American and British speakers say runt in essentially the same way: /rʌnt/ in the US and /rʌnt/ in the UK.
British respelling: RUHNT.
What does runt mean?
- The smallest animal of a litter.
- The smallest child in the family.“the runt of the family”
- Undersized or stunted plant, animal or person.
Where does runt come from?
The OED classifies this word as "of obscure origin".
Words that rhyme with runt
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of runt.
Questions about saying runt
How do you pronounce runt?
Say RUHNT. The American pronunciation is /rʌnt/. In British English it is /rʌnt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in runt?
Runt is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: RUHNT.
Do Americans and Brits say runt the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /rʌnt/ and the British form is /rʌnt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.