How to Pronounce Rebut

To pronounce "rebut", say REB-ut — 2 syllables, IPA /ɹɪ.ˈbʌt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

5

Letters

/ɹɪ.ˈbʌt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “rebut”

"rebut" has 2 syllables: reb-ut. It rhymes with butt and strut, if that helps it stick.

What does rebut mean?

verb

  1. To drive back or beat back; to repulse.
  2. To deny the truth of something, especially by presenting arguments that disprove it.

Words that rhyme with rebut

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

buttstrutsmutglutrutcutthatnutslutchestnutscuttlebuttsomewhat

Related words

disproverefutecontrovertrepelrebuffrejectrepudiatedeny

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rebut"?▾

"Rebut" has 2 syllables: reb · ut.

What is the IPA transcription of "rebut"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rebut" is /ɹɪ.ˈbʌt/.

What does "rebut" mean?▾

Rebut: To drive back or beat back; to repulse.

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