How to Pronounce Hoisted

To pronounce "hoisted", say HOIST-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhɔɪstɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈhɔɪstɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hoisted”

"hoisted" has 2 syllables: hoist-ed. It rhymes with foisted, if that helps it stick.

What does hoisted mean?

verb

  1. To raise; to lift; to elevate (especially, to raise or lift to a desired elevation, by means of tackle or pulley, said of a sail, a flag, a heavy package or weight).
  2. To lift a trophy or similar prize into the air in celebration of a victory.

Words that rhyme with hoisted

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

foisted

Related words

liftwinddisplayedhungliftedraisedspikedsuspended

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hoisted"?▾

"Hoisted" has 2 syllables: hoist · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "hoisted"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hoisted" is /ˈhɔɪstɪd/.

What does "hoisted" mean?▾

Hoisted: To raise; to lift; to elevate (especially, to raise or lift to a desired elevation, by means of tackle or pulley, said of a sail, a flag, a heavy package or weight).

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