Rough is pronounced RUF (IPA /rʌf/). The 'gh' is /f/; it rhymes with 'stuff' and 'tough'.
IPA: /rʌf/
Syllables: RUF
Common ESL mistake: Learners say 'roo' or 'roog' instead of 'RUF'.
Tip: The 'gh' is /f/; it rhymes with 'stuff' and 'tough'.
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