How to Pronounce Hobbledehoy

To pronounce "hobbledehoy", say HOBBL-ed-eh-oy — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈhɒbəldihɔɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

hobbledehoy

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˈhɒbəldihɔɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hobbledehoy”

"hobbledehoy" has 4 syllables: hobbl-ed-eh-oy.

What does hobbledehoy mean?

noun

  1. An awkward adolescent boy.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hobbledehoy"?▾

"Hobbledehoy" has 4 syllables: hobbl · ed · eh · oy.

What is the IPA transcription of "hobbledehoy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hobbledehoy" is /ˈhɒbəldihɔɪ/.

What does "hobbledehoy" mean?▾

Hobbledehoy: An awkward adolescent boy.

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