How to Pronounce Honky

To pronounce "honky", say HONKY — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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💡 Tip for remembering “honky”

"honky" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with wonky and wanky, if that helps it stick.

What does honky mean?

noun

  1. (racial slur) A Caucasian person.
  2. A factory hand or general unskilled worker.

Words that rhyme with honky

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

wonkywankyswankyshonkyhonkeyrhonchidonkey

Related words

whiteytonktonkstonkintonkinghonklethunkyhonky-tonker

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "honky"?▾

"Honky" has one syllable.

What does "honky" mean?▾

Honky: (racial slur) A Caucasian person.

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