How to Pronounce "rudder"
word
/ˈɹədɝ/
RUH-dur
/ɹˈʌdɐ/
RUH-duh
Definition
A rudder is a flat piece on a boat, ship, or aircraft that helps steer and control its direction by turning it left or right.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɹədɝ/
British English
/ɹˈʌdɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUH-dur
UK
RUH-duh
Listen in Context
The ship turned when the captain moved the rudder.
A plane's rudder helps it turn in the air.
Without a rudder, a boat cannot be steered properly.
The fishing boat’s rudder got stuck on a rock.