How to Pronounce Foo-foo

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

FOOF-oo

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💡 Tip for remembering “foo-foo

"foo-foo" has 2 syllables: foof-oo. It rhymes with shufu, if that helps it stick.

What does foo-foo mean?

noun

  1. A dish of boiled, mashed yams, plantain, or other starchy vegetables, common as food in West and Equatorial Africa and the Caribbean. Sold in speciality stores (US) in dry powdered or granulated form.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "foo-foo"?

"Foo-foo" has 2 syllables: foof · oo.

What does "foo-foo" mean?

Foo-foo: A dish of boiled, mashed yams, plantain, or other starchy vegetables, common as food in West and Equatorial Africa and the Caribbean. Sold in speciality stores (US) in dry powdered or granulated form.

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