How to Pronounce Hoodlums

To pronounce "hoodlums", say HOODL-ums — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

HOODL-ums

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💡 Tip for remembering “hoodlums”

"hoodlums" has 2 syllables: hoodl-ums.

What does hoodlums mean?

noun

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

Related words

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How many syllables are in "hoodlums"?▾

"Hoodlums" has 2 syllables: hoodl · ums.

What does "hoodlums" mean?▾

Hoodlums: A gangster; a hired thug.

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