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How to pronounce 'rub' in American English

Learn the American English pronunciation of "rub" with simple phonetic spelling, IPA transcription, meaning, example sentences, and AI-powered pronunciation practice.

Pronunciation of "rub"

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Simple pronunciation
ruhb
IPA transcription
/ɹəb̚/
Word frequency
8,277th

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What does "rub" mean?

  1. to move your hand over a surface while pressing

Examples of "rub" in a sentence

  • Rub the stain with soap and water.
  • Rub the cat behind the ears.
  • Rubbing the lamp summoned the genie.

How common is "rub"?

Rub is the 8,277th most common word in English.

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