How to Pronounce "roulette"

word

/ɹuˈɫɛt/

roo-LET

/ɹuːlˈɛt/

roo-LET

Definition

Roulette is a gambling game in casinos where a ball is dropped onto a spinning wheel with numbered slots. The term can also describe a situation where the outcome is based on chance and risk.

IPA Transcription

American English

/ɹuˈɫɛt/

British English

/ɹuːlˈɛt/

Simplified Pronunciation

roo-LET

Listen in Context

I played roulette at the casino last night.

The roulette wheel has red and black numbers.

People take risks when they play roulette.

Trying to get tickets for that concert was like playing roulette.