How to Pronounce Ahoy

To pronounce "ahoy", say AH-oy — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

AH-oy

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💡 Tip for remembering “ahoy”

"ahoy" has 2 syllables: ah-oy. It rhymes with coy and employ, if that helps it stick.

What does ahoy mean?

noun

  1. An utterance of this interjection.

    “There were many ahoys heard from the approaching ship.”

verb

  1. To hail with a cry of "ahoy".

interjection

  1. Used to hail a ship, a boat or a person, or to attract attention.
  2. Warning of something approaching or impending.

Synonyms

oiyo

Words that rhyme with ahoy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

coyemployenjoyalloyjoydestroytoyannoyploytomboydecoycorduroy

Related words

heypeekaboobyeschoonerbrigcuckoohellohiya

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ahoy"?▾

"Ahoy" has 2 syllables: ah · oy.

What does "ahoy" mean?▾

Ahoy: An utterance of this interjection.

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