How to Pronounce Boot-boy

To pronounce "boot-boy", say BOOTB-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

8

Letters

BOOTB-oy

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💡 Tip for remembering “boot-boy”

"boot-boy" has 2 syllables: bootb-oy.

What does boot-boy mean?

noun

  1. A boy who cleans boots and shoes.
  2. One of a gang of violent hooligans who usually wear short-cropped hair and bovver boots.

Synonyms

bovver boyhooliganskinhead

Related words

bootblackbootsbootmakershoeblackshopboyknife-boyboot-studder

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "boot-boy"?▾

"Boot-boy" has 2 syllables: bootb · oy.

What does "boot-boy" mean?▾

Boot-boy: A boy who cleans boots and shoes.

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