How do you pronounce "rusty"?

In American English: /ˈrʌsti/ (RUHST-ee). In British English: /ɹˈɐsti/ (R). In Canadian English: /ˈrʌsti/ (RUHST-ee). In Australian English: /ɹˈʌsti/ (R-uhst).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈrʌsti/ (RUHST-ee), while in British English it's /ɹˈɐsti/ (R).

How to Pronounce "rusty"

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rusty

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/ˈrʌsti/

RUHST-ee

Syllable Breakdown

rʌstru·isty

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