How to Pronounce Hooley

To pronounce "hooley", say HOOL-ey — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhuːli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

hooley

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈhuːli/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hooley”

"hooley" has 2 syllables: hool-ey. It rhymes with unruly and unduly, if that helps it stick.

What does hooley mean?

noun

  1. (Ireland and Scotland) A party; an evening of traditional music and dance.
  2. A strong wind or gale, as in blowing a hooley

Words that rhyme with hooley

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

unrulyundulytrulydulycoollynewlyboolystooliemuleyschooliecruellylazuli

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hooley"?▾

"Hooley" has 2 syllables: hool · ey.

What is the IPA transcription of "hooley"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hooley" is /ˈhuːli/.

What does "hooley" mean?▾

Hooley: (Ireland and Scotland) A party; an evening of traditional music and dance.

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