How to Pronounce Ruby

To pronounce "ruby", say RUBY — one syllable, IPA /[ˈɹuːbi]/. 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

/[ˈɹuːbi]/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ruby”

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

Sounds exactly like: rubey, rubi, rubie, hruby — easy to mix up when writing.

What does ruby mean?

noun

  1. A clear, deep, red variety of corundum, valued as a precious stone.
  2. A red spinel.

verb

  1. To make red; to redden.

adjective

  1. Of a deep red colour.

Synonyms

agate

Words that rhyme with ruby

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

boobyscoobyrubeyrubikrubito-bedubyrubie

Related words

carmineruby-redcrimsonscarletredreddishruddycerise

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ruby"?▾

"Ruby" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "ruby"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ruby" is /[ˈɹuːbi]/.

What does "ruby" mean?▾

Ruby: A clear, deep, red variety of corundum, valued as a precious stone.

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