How to Pronounce Rogue

To pronounce "rogue", say ROG-ue — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɹəʊ̯ɡ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈɹəʊ̯ɡ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “rogue”

"rogue" has 2 syllables: rog-ue. It rhymes with vogue and drogue, if that helps it stick.

What does rogue mean?

noun

  1. A scoundrel, rascal or unprincipled, deceitful, and unreliable person.
  2. A mischievous scamp.

verb

  1. To cull; to destroy plants not meeting a required standard, especially when saving seed, rogue or unwanted plants are removed before pollination.
  2. To cheat.

adjective

  1. (of an animal, especially an elephant) Vicious and solitary.
  2. (by extension) Large, destructive and unpredictable.

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Words that rhyme with rogue

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

voguedrogueboguepoaghoaghoeghogueloguepoguesrogevanderploeg

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rogue"?▾

"Rogue" has 2 syllables: rog · ue.

What is the IPA transcription of "rogue"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rogue" is /ˈɹəʊ̯ɡ/.

What does "rogue" mean?▾

Rogue: A scoundrel, rascal or unprincipled, deceitful, and unreliable person.

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