To pronounce "hollywood", say HOLLYW-ood — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
hollywood
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HOLLYW-ood
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"hollywood" has 2 syllables: hollyw-ood. It rhymes with good and livelihood, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Hollywood" has 2 syllables: hollyw · ood.
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