How to pronounce russet
Say it like RUHS-it. Russet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHS).
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- RUHS
- it
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Russet pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RUHSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- itKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of russet
American and British speakers say russet in essentially the same way: /ˈrʌsɪt/ in the US and /ˈrʌsɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: RUHS-it.
What does russet mean?
- A reddish-brown color.
- A coarse, reddish-brown, homespun fabric; clothes made with such fabric.
- A variety of apple with rough, russet-colored skin.
- Having a reddish-brown color.
- Rustic, homespun, coarse, plain.
- The condition of leather when its treatment is complete, but it is not yet colored (stained) and polished.
- To develop reddish-brown spots; to cause russeting.
Where does russet come from?
From Middle English russet, from Anglo-Norman russet, rossat, roset, and Middle French rosset, rousset (“reddish, reddish-brown; a rough wool cloth”), from Middle French rous, rus (“to rouse”) + -et (diminutive suffix); compare Late Latin r
Words that rhyme with russet
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of russet.
Questions about saying russet
How do you pronounce russet?
Say RUHS-it. The American pronunciation is /ˈrʌsɪt/. In British English it is /ˈrʌsɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in russet?
Russet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHS). Broken into parts: RUHS · it.
Do Americans and Brits say russet the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrʌsɪt/ and the British form is /ˈrʌsɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.