How to Pronounce Ruffle

To pronounce "ruffle", say RUFFL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɹʌfəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈɹʌfəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ruffle”

"ruffle" has 2 syllables: ruffl-e. It rhymes with shuffle and scuffle, if that helps it stick.

What does ruffle mean?

noun

Any gathered or curled strip of fabric added as trim or decoration.
“She loved the dress with the lace ruffle at the hem.”
Disturbance; agitation; commotion.
“to put the mind in a ruffle”

verb

To make a ruffle in; to curl or flute, as an edge of fabric.
“Ruffle the end of the cuff.”
To disturb; especially, to cause to flutter.
“Her sudden volley of insults ruffled his composure.”

Synonyms

frill furbelow

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Words that rhyme with ruffle

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shuffle scuffle snuffle muffle piffle kerfuffle whiffle skiffle truffle duffel reshuffle duffle

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ruffle"?▾

"Ruffle" has 2 syllables: ruffl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "ruffle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ruffle" is /ˈɹʌfəl/.

What does "ruffle" mean?▾

Ruffle: Any gathered or curled strip of fabric added as trim or decoration.

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