How to Pronounce Rusty

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

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Letters

/ˈɹʌsti/

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💡 Tip for remembering “rusty”

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

What does rusty mean?

adjective

  1. Marked or corroded by rust.
  2. Of the rust color, reddish or reddish-brown.

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Words that rhyme with rusty

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lustymustyfustybustycrustygustytrustydustywristyjustycristybusti

Related words

rustedrusthoarycoloredchromaticoldunskilledcorroded

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rusty"?▾

"Rusty" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "rusty"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rusty" is /ˈɹʌsti/.

What does "rusty" mean?▾

Rusty: Marked or corroded by rust.

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