How to Pronounce "ruckus"
word
/ˈɹəkəs/
RUH-kuhs
/ɹˈʌkəs/
RUK-uhs
Definition
A ruckus is a loud noise, commotion, or disturbance, usually caused by a group of people or by disruptive activity.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɹəkəs/
British English
/ɹˈʌkəs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUH-kuhs
UK
RUK-uhs
Listen in Context
There was a ruckus in the hallway when the students came out of class.
Mom told us not to make a ruckus while she was on the phone.
The party next door caused a big ruckus last night.
Someone must've started a ruckus at the store—there are police cars outside.