To pronounce "hobbyist", say HOBBY-ist — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
hobbyist
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HOBBY-ist
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"hobbyist" has 2 syllables: hobby-ist. It rhymes with lobbyist, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Hobbyist" has 2 syllables: hobby · ist.
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