How to Pronounce Russet

To pronounce "russet", say RUSS-et — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɹʌsɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɹʌsɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “russet”

"russet" has 2 syllables: russ-et. It rhymes with gusset and licit, if that helps it stick.

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

What does russet mean?

noun

  1. A reddish-brown color.
  2. A coarse, reddish-brown, homespun fabric; clothes made with such fabric.

verb

  1. (of apples, pears, etc.) To develop reddish-brown spots; to cause russeting.

adjective

  1. Having a reddish-brown color.
  2. Gray or ash-colored.

Synonyms

russeting

Words that rhyme with russet

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gussetlicitfrisketbusketmuskatwisketwhisketbesitmussetmusquetrussett

Related words

coloredchromaticappleyeasrussetinrufousrussettingrufousness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "russet"?▾

"Russet" has 2 syllables: russ · et.

What is the IPA transcription of "russet"?▾

The IPA transcription of "russet" is /ˈɹʌsɪt/.

What does "russet" mean?▾

Russet: A reddish-brown color.

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