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5 Letter Words Starting with RU (97 English Words)

In this lesson, you will explore the world of 5 letter words starting with RU. These words can be nouns, verbs, or adjectives, making them versatile and useful.

You will discover words that can enrich your vocabulary and help you better understand the English language. Ready to dive in? Enjoy learning these interesting words that all begin with “RU.”

5 Letter Words Starting with RU

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5 Letter Words Starting with RU – Created by 7ESL
  • Ruana
  • Rubab
  • Rubai
  • Rubby
  • Rubes
  • Rubia
  • Ruble
  • Rubli
  • Rubus
  • Ruche
  • Rucks
  • Rudas
  • Rudds
  • Ruddy
  • Ruden
  • Ruder
  • Rudes
  • Rudis
  • Rudra
  • Rueda
  • Ruels
  • Ruers
  • Ruffe
  • Ruffs
  • Rufus
  • Rugae
  • Rugal
  • Rugby
  • Ruges
  • Ruggs
  • Ruggy
  • Rughs
  • Rugia
  • Ruhls
  • Ruhnu
  • Ruing
  • Ruins
  • Ruism
  • Rukhs
  • Ruled
  • Ruler
  • Rules
  • Rumal
  • Rumba
  • Rumbo
  • Rumen
  • Rumes
  • Rumex
  • Rumly
  • Rummy
  • Rumor
  • Rumpo
  • Rumps
  • Rumpy
  • Runch
  • Rundi
  • Runds
  • Runed
  • Runer
  • Runes
  • Rungs
  • Rungu
  • Runic
  • Runks
  • Runny
  • Runts
  • Runty
  • Runup
  • Runza
  • Rupar
  • Rupee
  • Rupel
  • Rupes
  • Rupia
  • RUPPs
  • Rural
  • Rurps
  • Rurus
  • Rusas
  • Ruses
  • Rushy
  • Rusks
  • Rusky
  • Rusma
  • Russe
  • Rusto
  • Rusts
  • Rusty
  • Rusyn
  • Ruths
  • Rutin
  • Rutty
  • Rutul

5 Letter Words that Start with RU with Definitions

Ruler

This is an instrument that is used to measure length, etc. It has a long straight edge, with scales along it. This ruler is used by carpenters, surveyors and painters.

Rumen

Rumen is made from the stomach of cattle. This is a mixture of food, such as meat and milk. The rumen is where digestive enzymes break down this food. The rumen creates conditions that allow digestion to take place in the cow’s belly.

Rural

This is an area of land that is outside the city, country life. The term “rural” is used to describe a location that is not urban. Rural areas are usually more attractive than urban areas.

Rumble

This word refers to a deep, loud and forceful sound. It is usually created by things such as thunder, heavy vehicles or the ground shaking. When you hear this kind of sound, it can be sudden and has a serious effect on your environment.

Rushy

This is a word that refers to a place where there are tall plants, weeds and winding paths. This kind of land is often muddy and often unsuitable for use. The country walk can be rough, with lots of tall plants that are almost impossible to see around.

Rubric

This word refers to key words (i.e. headings) that are found within a text, especially in one chapter of book or article and within different sections of an article or book chapter or essay. Below are examples of rubric.

Rumple

This word refers to a crease that is formed on the surface of an object. This usually happens from being folded and unfolded several times. It is a type of damage that can be caused by wearing clothes and folding them for a long time.

In addition, it can also refer to the creases in the skin that are formed when you lie down or sit on something hard for a long time.

Rupee

Rupee is a currency used in India and Sri Lanka. It is divided into 100 paise. It is a symbol that means “red” in the Indian language, and it refers to the colour of the coin.

The word “rupee” can also refer to a unit of currency that was used by India during its British rule, which replaced the old system of coins (which had been made up of gold).

Conclusion

In conclusion, 5 letter words starting with RU can be a fun way to learn vocabulary. These words can also be combined with other words, such as rules, ruler and rural.

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B1 Knowledge Check · 5 questions

5 Letter Words Starting with RU (97 English Words) — Practice Quiz

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Q1

Question 1: According to the article, which 5-letter word starting with RU refers to an instrument used to measure length?

Question 1 options
"Ruler" is defined in the article as an instrument used to measure length with a long straight edge and scales along it.
Q2

Question 2: According to the article, the word "rupee" refers to a currency used in Japan and China.

Question 2 options
This is false. The article states that "rupee" is a currency used in India and Sri Lanka, not Japan and China.
Q3

Question 3: Which sentence correctly uses the word "rural" as described in the article?

Question 3 options
"Rural" is defined as describing an area of land outside the city, relating to country life. The sentence about growing up on a farm in a rural village matches this meaning perfectly.
Q4

Question 4: Match each 5-letter word starting with RU to its correct definition from the article.

Question 4 options
Rumen
Rural
Rupee
Rushy
Indian currency
Place with tall plants
Stomach of cattle
Outside the city

Select an item on the left, then tap its match on the right.

"Rumen" relates to the stomach of cattle for digestion. "Rural" describes areas outside the city. "Rupee" is a currency from India and Sri Lanka. "Rushy" describes a place with tall plants and winding paths.
Q5

Question 5: The article states that the rubel is divided into 100 ___.

Question 5 options
The article explains that the ruble (rubel) is made up of 100 kopeks.

Results from Word Finder

155 results - first 40 shown, with Scrabble scores.

  • ruach (10)
  • ruana (5)
  • ruane (5)
  • ruano (5)
  • ruark (9)
  • rub's (6)
  • rubai (7)
  • rubbo (9)
  • rubby (12)
  • rubel (7)
  • ruben (7)
  • rubes (7)
  • rubey (10)
  • rubia (7)
  • rubie (7)
  • rubik (11)
  • rubin (7)
  • rubio (7)
  • rubis (7)
  • ruble (7)
  • rubli (7)
  • rubor (7)
  • rubus (7)
  • rucci (9)
  • ruche (10)
  • rucki (11)
  • rucks (11)
  • rucky (14)
  • rudas (6)
  • rudds (7)
  • ruddy (10)
  • rudel (6)
  • ruden (6)
  • ruder (6)
  • rudes (6)
  • rudge (7)
  • rudie (6)
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  • rudis (6)
  • rudow (9)

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