How to Pronounce Hocus

To pronounce "hocus", say HOC-us — 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

HOC-us

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💡 Tip for remembering “hocus”

"hocus" has 2 syllables: hoc-us. It rhymes with focus and locus, if that helps it stick.

What does hocus mean?

noun

  1. A magician, illusionist, one who practises sleight of hand.
  2. One who cheats or deceives.

verb

  1. To play a trick on, to trick (someone); to hoax; to cheat.
  2. To stupefy (someone) with drugged liquor (especially in order to steal from them).

Words that rhyme with hocus

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

focuslocuscrocusrefocuscocusdocus

Related words

pocushocus-pocushavehosefoolcozenbetrick

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hocus"?▾

"Hocus" has 2 syllables: hoc · us.

What does "hocus" mean?▾

Hocus: A magician, illusionist, one who practises sleight of hand.

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