How to Pronounce "rutting"
word
ˈɹət
RUHT-ing
ɹˈʌtɪŋ
RUH-ting
Definition
'Rutting' refers to the mating season in certain animals, especially deer, when males compete for mates and show specific behaviors like fighting or marking territory.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹət
British English
ɹˈʌtɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUHT-ing
UK
RUH-ting
Listen in Context
Deer are very active during the rutting season.
Scientists study rutting to learn about animal behavior.
During rutting, male animals may fight each other.
You’ll hear loud noises in the forest when the deer are rutting.