How to Pronounce "rural"
word
ˈɹʊɹəɫ
RUR-uhl
ɹˈɔːɹəl
RAW-ruhl
Definition
Describes things that are related to the countryside, especially areas outside cities and towns, often with farms, fields, or small villages.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹʊɹəɫ
British English
ɹˈɔːɹəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUR-uhl
UK
RAW-ruhl
Listen in Context
He grew up in a rural village surrounded by farms.
Many people depend on rural roads to travel to town.
The government has started new rural development projects.
Living in a rural area means you're closer to nature but farther from big stores.