How to Pronounce Rug

To pronounce "rug", say RUG — one syllable, IPA /ɹʌɡ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ɹʌɡ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “rug”

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

Sounds exactly like: rugg — easy to mix up when writing.

What does rug mean?

noun

  1. A partial covering for a floor.
  2. A (usually thick) piece of fabric used for warmth (especially on a bed); a blanket.

verb

  1. To pull roughly or hastily; to plunder; to spoil; to tear.

adjective

  1. Snug; cosy

Synonyms

carpetmattoupeewig

Words that rhyme with rug

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

snugsmugslugbugplugjugtugsprigmughughumbugfirebug

Related words

carpetcarpetingquiltblankettapispadbelthairpiece

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rug"?▾

"Rug" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "rug"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rug" is /ɹʌɡ/.

What does "rug" mean?▾

Rug: A partial covering for a floor.

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