Pronunciation

How to pronounce “routes

“routes” is pronounced /ɹaʊts/ — 1 syllable.
The sound

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routes

/ɹaʊts/

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'routes' is one beat: /ɹaʊts/. Watch the /ɹ/ sound — Curl or bunch the tongue back WITHOUT touching anything; round the lips a little.
Meaning

an established line of travel or access

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