How to Pronounce "rough and ready"
expression
ˈɹəf/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈɹɛdi
RUHF and RED-ee
ɹˈʌf/ /ˈænd/ /ɹˈɛdi
RUHF and RED-ee
Definition
Something that is 'rough and ready' is not perfect or polished, but it works well enough for now. It describes things or people that are basic, quick, or improvised, but still effective.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹəf/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈɹɛdi
British English
ɹˈʌf/ /ˈænd/ /ɹˈɛdi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUHF and RED-ee
UK
RUHF and RED-ee
Listen in Context
The shelter was rough and ready, but it kept us warm.
He made a rough and ready table from old wood.
Her plan was rough and ready, but it worked.
The report is pretty rough and ready, but it covers the essentials.