How to Pronounce Hoodlum

To pronounce "hoodlum", say HOODL-um — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhuːdləm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈhuːdləm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hoodlum”

"hoodlum" has 2 syllables: hoodl-um.

What does hoodlum mean?

noun

  1. A gangster; a hired thug.
  2. A rough or violent youth.

Related words

thuggoonpunktoughtoughiehoodgangstermobster

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hoodlum"?▾

"Hoodlum" has 2 syllables: hoodl · um.

What is the IPA transcription of "hoodlum"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hoodlum" is /ˈhuːdləm/.

What does "hoodlum" mean?▾

Hoodlum: A gangster; a hired thug.

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