How to Pronounce Rule

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

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/ɹuːl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “rule”

"rule" has 2 syllables: rul-e. It rhymes with cool and vestibule, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: reule, reul, rhule, ruel — easy to mix up when writing.

What does rule mean?

noun

  1. A regulation, law, guideline.

    “All participants must adhere to the rules.”

  2. A ruler; device for measuring, a straightedge, a measure.

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Words that rhyme with rule

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

coolvestibuletoolridiculefoolcruelminusculejewelpooldualschoolyule

Related words

decreeregulationgovernconventionprescriptprincipledominatenormal

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rule"?▾

"Rule" has 2 syllables: rul · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "rule"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rule" is /ɹuːl/.

What does "rule" mean?▾

Rule: A regulation, law, guideline.

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