How to Pronounce "russ"
word
/ˈɹəs/
ruhs
/ˈɹʌs/
ruhs
Definition
'Russ' is mainly used in Norway for a high school senior who takes part in graduation celebrations, often wearing colored overalls. In some informal contexts, it can also mean a Russian person, but that use is less standard and depends on context.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɹəs/
British English
/ˈɹʌs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
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UK
ruhs
Listen in Context
Her brother is russ this spring, so the family is very excited.
The russ students wore red overalls to school.
I learned that russ is a special tradition in Norway.
It’s my cousin’s russ year, so she’s barely home these days.