How to Pronounce "rug rat"
expression
ˈɹəɡ/ /ˈɹæt
RUG-rat
ɹˈʌɡ/ /ɹˈæt
RUG-rat
Definition
'Rug rat' is a playful and informal way to refer to a small child, especially one who is crawling or just starting to walk. It often suggests the child is energetic or mischievous.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹəɡ/ /ˈɹæt
British English
ɹˈʌɡ/ /ɹˈæt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUG-rat
UK
RUG-rat
Listen in Context
My cousin has three little rug rats at home.
The park was full of running rug rats.
Look at that cute little rug rat with the red hat!
I've got to babysit the neighbor's rug rats this afternoon.