The words “cough” and “trough” are often tricky to rhyme with, especially because the combination of -ough at the end of a word can produce different sounds depending on the word. In the case of cough and trough, both end with the “off” sound. Here are some words that end in -ough and rhyme with cough and trough:
1. Rough
- Pronounced: /rʌf/
- Meaning: Having an uneven or jagged surface; coarse.
2. Tough
- Pronounced: /tʌf/
- Meaning: Strong and durable; difficult to break or deal with.
3. Buff
- Pronounced: /bʌf/
- Meaning: To polish or shine; also refers to a color (light yellow-brown) or a person who is enthusiastically knowledgeable about a particular subject.
4. Stuff
- Pronounced: /stʌf/
- Meaning: Material, items, or things in general; to fill or pack tightly.
5. Puff
- Pronounced: /pʌf/
- Meaning: A small burst of air or smoke; also refers to a light, soft pastry.
Summary:
The words rough, tough, buff, stuff, and puff all share the -ough ending and rhyme with both cough and trough, producing the same “off” sound.