How to Pronounce Rough-and-tumble

To pronounce "rough-and-tumble", say ROUGH-andt-umbl-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

16

Letters

ROUGH-andt-umbl-e

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"rough-and-tumble" has 4 syllables: rough-andt-umbl-e.

What does rough-and-tumble mean?

noun

  1. Rough activity; fights
  2. An environment of rough activity

verb

  1. Engage in rough-and-tumble activity

adjective

  1. Active, vigorous and rough, with the possibility of harm
  2. Highly competitive

    “She found fame and success in the rough-and-tumble garment district.”

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rough-and-tumble"?▾

"Rough-and-tumble" has 4 syllables: rough · andt · umbl · e.

What does "rough-and-tumble" mean?▾

Rough-and-tumble: Rough activity; fights

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