How to Pronounce Hogwash

To pronounce "hogwash", say HOGW-ash — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhɒɡwɒʃ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈhɒɡwɒʃ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hogwash”

"hogwash" has 2 syllables: hogw-ash. It rhymes with panache and swash, if that helps it stick.

What does hogwash mean?

noun

  1. Foolish talk or writing; nonsense.
  2. A mixture of solid and liquid food scraps fed to pigs; swill.

Synonyms

nonsenseslopslopsswill

Words that rhyme with hogwash

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

panacheswashquashsloshwhitewashposhtoshawashwashdoshbackwashbosh

Related words

bunkumguffhorseshitrotdogshitshitbullshitbuncombe

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hogwash"?▾

"Hogwash" has 2 syllables: hogw · ash.

What is the IPA transcription of "hogwash"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hogwash" is /ˈhɒɡwɒʃ/.

What does "hogwash" mean?▾

Hogwash: Foolish talk or writing; nonsense.

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