How to Pronounce Convoy

To pronounce "convoy", say CONV-oy — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkɒn.vɔɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈkɒn.vɔɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “convoy”

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

What does convoy mean?

noun

  1. One or more merchant ships sailing in company to the same general destination under the protection of naval vessels.
  2. A group of vehicles travelling together for safety, especially one with an escort.

verb

  1. To escort a group of vehicles, and provide protection.

    “A frigate convoys a merchantman.”

Words that rhyme with convoy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

coyemployenjoyalloyjoydestroytoyannoyploytomboydecoycorduroy

Related words

flotillafleetshipmentmotorcadecaravancolumnparadeprocession

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "convoy"?▾

"Convoy" has 2 syllables: conv · oy.

What is the IPA transcription of "convoy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "convoy" is /ˈkɒn.vɔɪ/.

What does "convoy" mean?▾

Convoy: One or more merchant ships sailing in company to the same general destination under the protection of naval vessels.

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