How to Pronounce Hobos

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

HOB-os

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💡 Tip for remembering “hobos”

"hobos" has 2 syllables: hob-os. It rhymes with hoboes and dobos, if that helps it stick.

What does hobos mean?

noun

  1. A wandering homeless person, especially one illegally travelling by rail or a penniless, unemployed bum.
  2. Any migratory laborer, whether homeless or not.

Words that rhyme with hobos

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

hoboesdoboscobosoboesvillalobos

Related words

trampbumdrifterswinostrampsragamuffinsderelictsvagabonds

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hobos"?▾

"Hobos" has 2 syllables: hob · os.

What does "hobos" mean?▾

Hobos: A wandering homeless person, especially one illegally travelling by rail or a penniless, unemployed bum.

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