How to pronounce rustproof
Say it like RUHST-proof. Rustproof has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHST).
- RUHST
- proof
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rustproof pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RUHSTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- proofGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of rustproof
American and British speakers say rustproof in essentially the same way: /ˈrʌstˌpruf/ in the US and /ˈrʌstˌpruːf/ in the UK.
British respelling: RUHST-proof.
What does rustproof mean?
- Resistant to rust, oxidation and corrosion.“This is supposed to be a rustproof trashcan, but it can't handle the salt they use on our roads.”
- Resistant to the rust fungus.
- To make resistant to rust, such as by applying a coating.“We'll rustproof the metal with a good coat of paint and then we'll be able to leave it outdoors for years without damage.”
Where does rustproof come from?
From rust + -proof.
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Questions about saying rustproof
How do you pronounce rustproof?
Say RUHST-proof. The American pronunciation is /ˈrʌstˌpruf/. In British English it is /ˈrʌstˌpruːf/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rustproof?
Rustproof has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHST). Broken into parts: RUHST · proof.
Do Americans and Brits say rustproof the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrʌstˌpruf/ and the British form is /ˈrʌstˌpruːf/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.