How to Pronounce "rigorous"
word
ˈɹɪɡɝəs
RIG-er-uss
ɹˈɪɡəɹəs
RIG-uh-russ
Definition
Extremely thorough, strict, or exact; often refers to a process, standard, or test that is carefully done and allows for no mistakes.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹɪɡɝəs
British English
ɹˈɪɡəɹəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RIG-er-uss
UK
RIG-uh-russ
Listen in Context
The school has rigorous admission requirements.
He follows a rigorous exercise routine every day.
A rigorous test is needed to check the results.
Her research was so rigorous that no one could find any mistakes.