How do you pronounce "rougher"?

In American English: /ˈrʌfɝ/ (RUHF-ur). In British English: /ɹˈʌfə/ (R-uhf). In Canadian English: /ˈrʌfɝ/ (RUHF-ur). In Australian English: /ɹˈʌfə/ (R-uhf).

Is "rougher" pronounced differently in American and British English?

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈrʌfɝ/ (RUHF-ur), while in British English it's /ɹˈʌfə/ (R-uhf).

How to Pronounce "rougher"

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rougher

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/ˈrʌfɝ/

RUHF-ur

Syllable Breakdown

rʌfrou·ɝgher

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