How to Pronounce "rub"
word
/ˈɹəb/
ruhb
/ɹˈʌb/
ruhb
Definition
To move your hand or another object back and forth against a surface, often while pressing lightly. It can also mean to cause friction or to spread something by doing this.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɹəb/
British English
/ɹˈʌb/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ruhb
UK
ruhb
Listen in Context
Please rub the window with this cloth.
He rubbed his hands to stay warm.
Do not rub your eyes.
I rubbed some lotion on my arms because my skin was so dry.