How to Pronounce "ruddle"
word
ˈɹədəɫ
RUH-dl
ˈrʌdəl
RUD-uhl
Definition
Ruddle is a red, earthy pigment made from iron ore, often used for marking sheep or coloring objects. It can also refer to the act of marking something with this pigment.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹədəɫ
British English
ˈrʌdəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUH-dl
UK
RUD-uhl
Listen in Context
Farmers used ruddle to mark their sheep.
The pot was decorated with ruddle designs.
They found pieces of ruddle in the cave.
She traced a line of ruddle across the rock to mark the path.