How to Pronounce "rust away"
expression
ˈɹəst/ /əˈweɪ
RUST-uh-WAY
ɹˈʌst/ /ɐwˈeɪ
RUST-uh-WAY
Definition
To gradually disappear or break down because of rust, usually referring to metal objects exposed to moisture over time.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹəst/ /əˈweɪ
British English
ɹˈʌst/ /ɐwˈeɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUST-uh-WAY
UK
RUST-uh-WAY
Listen in Context
If you leave the bike in the rain, it will rust away.
The old gate began to rust away after many years.
The tools in the shed have started to rust away.
Our grandfather’s old truck just rusted away in the back yard.