How to Pronounce Rout

To pronounce "rout", say ROUT — one syllable, IPA /[ɹʌʊt]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/[ɹʌʊt]/

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💡 Tip for remembering “rout”

"rout" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with stout and flout, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: route, raut, routt — easy to mix up when writing.

What does rout mean?

noun

  1. A noise, especially a loud one
  2. A disturbance; tumult.

verb

  1. To make a noise; roar; bellow; snort.
  2. To snore, especially loudly.

Words that rhyme with rout

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

stoutflouttoutdevoutdoubtspoutpoutgloutcloutscoutshoutabout

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rout"?▾

"Rout" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "rout"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rout" is /[ɹʌʊt]/.

What does "rout" mean?▾

Rout: A noise, especially a loud one

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