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How to Pronounce "rude"

word

/ˈɹud/
rood
/ɹˈuːd/
rood

Definition

Not polite or respectful in the way someone speaks or behaves. It can describe words, actions, or manners that make other people feel uncomfortable or offended.

IPA Transcription

American English

/ˈɹud/

British English

/ɹˈuːd/

Simplified Pronunciation

US

rood

UK

rood

Listen in Context

The waiter was rude to us.

It is rude to interrupt people.

She made a rude comment about his clothes.

I know you're upset, but you don't need to be rude.