To pronounce "hookey", say HOOK-ey — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
hookey
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"hookey" has 2 syllables: hook-ey. It rhymes with nooky and nookie, if that helps it stick.
noun
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Hookey" has 2 syllables: hook · ey.
Hookey: Truancy, especially from school.
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