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Ruler: how to say it, spell it and use it

ruler

/ˈruːlər/

Short answer

The English word ruler is pronounced /ˈruːlər/. It is spelled R-U-L-E-R and has 5 letters. With a or an: a ruler. The plural is rulers.

Example sentence

I draw a line with a ruler.

Key facts

English
ruler
Pronunciation
/ˈruːlər/
With a or an
a ruler
Plural
rulers
Spelling
R-U-L-E-R
Number of letters
5
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Questions and answers

How do you pronounce ruler?

Ruler is pronounced /ˈruːlər/. Press the listen button on this page to hear it.

How do you spell ruler?

Ruler is spelled R-U-L-E-R. It has 5 letters.

What is the plural of ruler?

The plural of ruler is rulers.

Do you say a or an before ruler?

Say a ruler.

How do you use ruler in a sentence?

For example: I draw a line with a ruler.

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