How to pronounce rusted
Say it like RUHS-tid. Rusted has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHS).
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- RUHS
- tid
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rusted 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.
- tidKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of rusted
American and British speakers say rusted in essentially the same way: /ˈrʌstɪd/ in the US and /ˈrʌstɪd/ in the UK.
British respelling: RUHS-tid.
What does rusted mean?
- Corroded; having been oxidized or covered in rust.
- simple past and past participle of rust How to pronounce rust
Words that rhyme with rusted
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rusted.
Questions about saying rusted
How do you pronounce rusted?
Say RUHS-tid. The American pronunciation is /ˈrʌstɪd/. In British English it is /ˈrʌstɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rusted?
Rusted has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHS). Broken into parts: RUHS · tid.
Do Americans and Brits say rusted the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrʌstɪd/ and the British form is /ˈrʌstɪd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.