How to Pronounce Trudge

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/tɹʌdʒ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “trudge”

"trudge" has 2 syllables: trudg-e. It rhymes with nudge and drudge, if that helps it stick.

What does trudge mean?

noun

  1. A tramp, i.e. a long and tiring walk.

verb

  1. To walk wearily with heavy, slow steps.
  2. To trudge along or over a route etc.

Words that rhyme with trudge

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

nudgedrudgesludgebegrudgekludgejudgefudgebudgebludgesmudgegrudgepudge

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "trudge"?▾

"Trudge" has 2 syllables: trudg · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "trudge"?▾

The IPA transcription of "trudge" is /tɹʌdʒ/.

What does "trudge" mean?▾

Trudge: A tramp, i.e. a long and tiring walk.

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