How to Pronounce "rough"
word
/ˈɹəf/
ruhf
/ɹˈʌf/
ruhf
Definition
If something is rough, it is not smooth or it feels uneven. It can also mean difficult or unpleasant, or not exact but only approximate.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɹəf/
British English
/ɹˈʌf/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ruhf
UK
ruhf
Listen in Context
This wall feels rough.
We had a rough trip home.
I can give you a rough number.
Sorry I was quiet earlier—I had a rough morning.