How to Pronounce Strut

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

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Syllable

5

Letters

/stɹʌt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “strut”

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

What does strut mean?

noun

  1. Protuberance, air pressure

verb

  1. To swell; protuberate; bulge or spread out.
  2. (originally said of fowl) To stand or walk stiffly, with the tail erect and spread out.

Synonyms

swagger

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Words that rhyme with strut

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buttsmutglutrutrebutcutthatnutslutchestnutscuttlebuttsomewhat

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "strut"?▾

"Strut" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "strut"?▾

The IPA transcription of "strut" is /stɹʌt/.

What does "strut" mean?▾

Strut: Protuberance, air pressure

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