How to pronounce "erupt"

erupt

Noun
American
/ɪˈrʌpt/

Syllable Breakdown

e rupt

How natives say erupt

British
/ɪˈrʌpt/

Syllable Breakdown

e rupt

How natives say erupt

Pronunciation Guide In American

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with a short 'i' sound as in 'sit'.

  • Follow with 'r', with the tongue turned down.

  • Add 'ʌ', like in 'cut'.

  • Finally, end with 'pt', the 'p' is light, followed by a 't'.

Common Mistakes

  • er-su-pt (e-rupt)

  • ee-rupt (e-rupt)

  • ei-rupt (e-rupt)

Pronunciation Guide In British

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with a short 'i' sound as in 'sit'.

  • Follow with 'r', with the tongue turned down.

  • Add 'ʌ', similar to 'cut', slightly more open.

  • Finally, end with 'pt', the 'p' is light, followed by a 't'.

common mistakes

  • er-su-pt (e-rupt)

  • ee-rupt (e-rupt)

  • ei-rupt (e-rupt)

FAQ

Where is the stress in the word 'erupt'?

The stress is on the second syllable: 'rupt'.

Is the 'e' in 'erupt' silent?

No, it is pronounced as a short 'i' sound.

Is 'erupt' a common word?

It is often used when talking about volcanoes or sudden events.

Definition

erupt

When something bursts or explodes suddenly.

Word Family

eruption

/ɪˈrʌpʃən/

noun

An instance of erupting.

Example: The volcano's eruption was spectacular.

eruptive

/ɪˈrʌptɪv/

adjective

Tending to erupt.

Example: The eruptive nature of the volcano is dangerous.

erupted

/ɪˈrʌptɪd/

verb

Past form of erupt.

Example: The volcano erupted last night.

Key Pronunciation Differences

'erupt' versus 'eruption', last syllable changes from '-pt' to '-shən'.

'erupt' versus 'eruptive', adds '-iv' sound at the end.

'erupt' versus 'erupted', changes end to '-id'.

Pro Tips

Watch your stress

Make sure to stress the second syllable: 'rupt'.

Practice with a mirror

Watch your mouth to make sure the 'r' sound is clear without adding extra vowels.

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