How to Pronounce Hoodoo

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

HOOD-oo

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💡 Tip for remembering “hoodoo”

"hoodoo" has 2 syllables: hood-oo. It rhymes with koodoo and to-do, if that helps it stick.

What does hoodoo mean?

noun

  1. A practitioner of voodoo.
  2. Supernatural bad luck, or something or someone believed to bring bad luck.

verb

  1. To jinx; to bring bad luck or misfortune to.

Synonyms

earth pyramidfairy chimneytent rock

Words that rhyme with hoodoo

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

koodooto-dodoo-doo

Related words

jujuvoodoofetishfetichhexneohoodooisthounsi

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hoodoo"?▾

"Hoodoo" has 2 syllables: hood · oo.

What does "hoodoo" mean?▾

Hoodoo: A practitioner of voodoo.

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