How do you pronounce "rudder"?

In American English: /ˈrʌdɝ/ (RUHD-ur). In British English: /ɹˈʌdə/ (R-uhd). In Canadian English: /ˈrʌdɝ/ (RUHD-ur). In Australian English: /ɹˈʌdə/ (R-uhd).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈrʌdɝ/ (RUHD-ur), while in British English it's /ɹˈʌdə/ (R-uhd).

How to Pronounce "rudder"

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rudder

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/ˈrʌdɝ/

RUHD-ur

Syllable Breakdown

rʌdrud·ɝder

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