How do you pronounce "ruddy"?

In American English: /ˈrʌdi/ (RUHD-ee). In British English: /ɹˈɐdi/ (R). In Canadian English: /ˈrʌdi/ (RUHD-ee). In Australian English: /ɹˈʌdi/ (R-uhd).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈrʌdi/ (RUHD-ee), while in British English it's /ɹˈɐdi/ (R).

How to Pronounce "ruddy"

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ruddy

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/ˈrʌdi/

RUHD-ee

Syllable Breakdown

rʌdrud·idy

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