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انگریزی

rugged

gb/ɹˈʌɡɪd/ us/ɹˈʌɡɪd/
B2 انگریزی
~ 6100
معانی
0 معانی
adjective B2 property
1

rough, uneven in surface

Having a surface that is not smooth, often with many rocks, hills, or sharp shapes.

استعمال کا انداز: rugged [land/terrain/landscape/coastline]
عام غلطی:
Learners sometimes confuse “rugged” with “ragged.” “Rugged” usually describes land or faces that are rough or uneven, while “ragged” describes something torn or in bad condition, like old clothes.
ہم معنی الفاظ
rough (More general; can describe anything not smooth, not just land.) | craggy (Often suggests steep, rocky cliffs or mountains with sharp edges.)
متضاد الفاظ
smooth (Describes a surface without bumps or roughness, the opposite of rugged.) | flat (Focuses on level, even land without hills or rocks.)
لفظی تراکیب
rugged terrain |rugged landscape |rugged mountains |rugged coastline |rugged cliffs |rugged countryside
موضوعات
nature |travel |space |core_vocabulary
مثالیں
  • We hiked for hours across the rugged terrain of the national park.
  • The island’s rugged coastline is beautiful but dangerous for small boats.
  • Farmers found it hard to grow crops in such rugged, rocky soil.
  • From the airplane window, we could see a line of rugged mountains stretching to the horizon.
سیکھنے والوں کے لیے مثالیں
  • They drove slowly over the rugged road.
  • The village sits in a valley between rugged hills.
  • The hikers loved the rugged mountains and clear air.
unknown B2 property
2

strong and made to last

Made in a strong way so it does not break easily, even in hard use or bad weather.

استعمال کا انداز: rugged [equipment/clothing/device/design]
عام غلطی:
Learners sometimes think “rugged” can describe a person’s muscles directly, but for strength of a person it is more natural to say “strong” or “tough.” “Rugged” in this sense is mainly used for things like tools, devices, and clothes.
ہم معنی الفاظ
durable (Focuses more on long life; not always about harsh conditions.) | hard-wearing (Common in British English for clothes or equipment that last a long time.)
متضاد الفاظ
fragile (Suggests something that breaks or is damaged easily, the opposite of rugged equipment.) | delicate (Implies something fine and easily harmed, often not suitable for rough use.)
لفظی تراکیب
rugged boots |rugged phone |rugged tablet |rugged vehicle |rugged construction |rugged design
موضوعات
technology |work |travel |core_vocabulary
مثالیں
  • These rugged boots are perfect for working on a construction site.
  • The company markets a rugged smartphone designed for outdoor adventurers.
  • We need more rugged equipment if we’re going to film in the desert.
  • The camera’s rugged housing protects it from dust, rain, and drops.
سیکھنے والوں کے لیے مثالیں
  • He bought a rugged watch for camping.
  • This bag is very rugged and does not tear.
  • The laptop is rugged, so it can survive a fall.
adjective B2 property
3

rough but attractive in looks

Describing a person, usually a man, whose face looks strong and a bit rough, but still attractive.

استعمال کا انداز: rugged [features/face/appearance/good looks]
عام غلطی:
Some learners use “rugged” to mean simply “very handsome.” In this sense, “rugged” always includes the idea of rough, strong, or outdoorsy features, not a soft or perfectly smooth beauty.
ہم معنی الفاظ
weathered (Suggests an older, sun- or wind-beaten face; not always clearly attractive.) | masculine (Focuses on a traditionally male style of appearance, not necessarily rough or outdoorsy.)
متضاد الفاظ
boyish (Describes a young, smooth, gentle kind of male attractiveness, not rough or weathered.) | delicate (Suggests fine, soft features, the opposite of strong, rough ones.)
لفظی تراکیب
rugged good looks |rugged features |rugged face |ruggedly handsome |rugged charm
موضوعات
appearance |relationships |body |core_vocabulary
مثالیں
  • The actor is known for his rugged good looks and deep voice.
  • Years of sailing had given him a rugged face and sunburned skin.
  • She preferred his rugged features to the smooth, polished look of other models.
  • The ad uses a rugged, outdoorsy man to sell the new truck.
سیکھنے والوں کے لیے مثالیں
  • He has rugged good looks and a kind smile.
  • The man’s rugged face shows many years of hard work.
  • People say the singer is ruggedly handsome.
adjective C1 property
4

tough and self-reliant in spirit

Strong in character and able to live or work in hard conditions without much help.

استعمال کا انداز: rugged [individual/character/spirit/lifestyle]
عام غلطی:
Learners sometimes think “rugged” here means “angry” or “rude.” It actually describes strong character and ability to face hard conditions, often with a positive or admiring tone.
ہم معنی الفاظ
tough (Very close in meaning, but more general and common in everyday speech.) | hardy (Suggests able to survive difficult physical conditions, often with a positive tone.)
متضاد الفاظ
soft (Informally describes someone who cannot handle difficulties well.) | dependent (Focuses on needing help from others, the opposite of self-reliant.)
لفظی تراکیب
rugged individual |rugged individualism |rugged spirit |rugged lifestyle |rugged independence
موضوعات
personality |society |daily_life |emotions |core_vocabulary
مثالیں
  • The job demands a rugged individual who can work alone in the wilderness.
  • She developed a rugged independence during her years in the remote town.
  • The film celebrates the rugged spirit of early settlers.
  • His rugged character came from growing up in a harsh climate with few comforts.
سیکھنے والوں کے لیے مثالیں
  • He has a rugged spirit and does not give up.
  • Life on the farm made her a rugged person.
  • The hikers must be rugged to walk for many days in the cold.
adjective C1 property
5

harsh and very difficult

Very hard and not comfortable, used for life, travel, or weather that is difficult to live with.

استعمال کا انداز: rugged [conditions/life/journey/existence]
عام غلطی:
Because this sense is less common, learners sometimes misunderstand it as talking about the shape of the land only. Here, “rugged” describes how hard or severe the whole situation is, not just whether it is bumpy or rocky.
ہم معنی الفاظ
harsh (Very similar; often used for climates, conditions, or treatment that is hard to bear.)
متضاد الفاظ
comfortable (Suggests conditions that are easy and pleasant to live in.) | easy (General opposite of difficult; covers work, life, or travel that does not demand much effort.)
لفظی تراکیب
rugged conditions |rugged life |rugged journey |rugged existence
موضوعات
life |work |weather |nature
مثالیں
  • Many families left the region because of the rugged living conditions.
  • The climbers faced a rugged journey through ice and high winds.
  • Her grandparents endured a rugged life on a remote farm.
  • The documentary shows the rugged existence of miners in the early twentieth century.
سیکھنے والوں کے لیے مثالیں
  • They had a rugged life in the mountains.
  • The workers deal with rugged conditions every winter.
  • It was a long, rugged trip across the desert.
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IPA
GB/ɹˈʌɡɪd/
US/ɹˈʌɡɪd/
ہجا بندی اور زور
rugged (1 ہجا)
Stress on 1st syllable (rugged)
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Adjective
  • Base: rugged
متعلقہ الفاظ
Core family
ruggedly adverb ruggedness noun
Negative and opposite forms
smooth adjective A2
عبارات

rugged good looks

1
/ɹˈʌɡɪd ɡˈʊd lˈʊks/
fixed phrase

strong, rough but attractive looks

A kind of beauty, usually in a man, where the face looks strong and a little rough, not soft or perfect.

مثالیں
  • The ad relies on the model’s rugged good looks to sell outdoor clothing.
  • With his rugged good looks and easy smile, he quickly became a fan favorite.

rugged individualism

1
/ɹˈʌɡɪd ˌɪndɪvɪdˈuəlˌɪzəm/
fixed phrase

belief in self-reliant individuals

The idea that each person should be strong, independent, and able to take care of themselves without help from the government.

مثالیں
  • The politician praised rugged individualism as a core national value.
  • Her decision to start a business in a small town was inspired by a spirit of rugged individualism.
  • Critics argue that rugged individualism can make people ignore the needs of their community.

rugged individualism

1
/ɹˈʌɡɪd ˌɪndɪvɪdˈuəlˌɪzəm/
fixed phrase formal

strong self-reliant independence

the idea that people should succeed on their own without help

مثالیں
  • The film plays into the American ideal of rugged individualism.
  • She questioned rugged individualism and argued for stronger public services.
  • His politics are shaped by a belief in rugged individualism.

ruggedly handsome

1
/ɹˈʌɡɪdli hˈænsəm/
fixed phrase

handsome in a rough, strong way

Looking handsome in a way that is strong and a bit rough, like someone who spends a lot of time outdoors.

مثالیں
  • People often describe the actor as ruggedly handsome.
  • Her father was a ruggedly handsome farmer with kind eyes.

ruggedly handsome

2
/ɹˈʌɡɪdli hˈænsəm/
fixed phrase

Strong and rough but attractive man

Good-looking in a strong and rough way, like someone who works outdoors.

مثالیں
  • The cowboy was ruggedly handsome with sunburned skin.
  • He had a ruggedly handsome face with a square jaw.
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