How to Pronounce Ruffles

To pronounce "ruffles", say RUFFL-es — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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RUFFL-es

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"ruffles" has 2 syllables: ruffl-es. It rhymes with snuffles and muffles, if that helps it stick.

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.”

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

How many syllables are in "ruffles"?▾

"Ruffles" has 2 syllables: ruffl · es.

What does "ruffles" mean?▾

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

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