How to Pronounce "rugged"
word
/ˈɹəɡəd/
RUH-gid
/ˈrʌɡɪd/
RUH-gid
Definition
Describes something rough and uneven, like a landscape or surface, or someone/something that is strong, tough, and able to handle difficult conditions.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɹəɡəd/
British English
/ˈrʌɡɪd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUH-gid
UK
RUH-gid
Listen in Context
The path was very rugged and hard to walk on.
He bought a rugged laptop for travel.
The mountains were rugged and beautiful.
His face had a rugged look after years of working outdoors.