How to pronounce ruttle
Say it like RUHT-ul. Ruttle has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHT).
- RUHT
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ruttle pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RUHTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of ruttle
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: RUHT-ul.
What does ruttle mean?
- A rattling sound in the throat arising from difficulty in breathing.
- To gurgle; to rattle when breathing.
Where does ruttle come from?
Cognate with Dutch reutelen (“to rattle”), German Rotz (“snot”).
Words that rhyme with ruttle
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of ruttle.
Questions about saying ruttle
How do you pronounce ruttle?
Say RUHT-ul. The American pronunciation is /ˈrʌtəl/. In British English it is /ˈrʌtəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ruttle?
Ruttle has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUHT). Broken into parts: RUHT · ul.
Is ruttle pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈrʌtəl/ (RUHT-ul).