How to Pronounce Hooray

To pronounce "hooray", say HOOR-ay — 2 syllables, IPA /həˈɹeɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/həˈɹeɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hooray”

"hooray" has 2 syllables: hoor-ay. It rhymes with convey and display, if that helps it stick.

What does hooray mean?

noun

  1. A shout to signify victory.
  2. An expression of excitement.

verb

  1. To shout an expression of excitement.

interjection

  1. Used to express approval, joy or victory.

    “Lizzie has broken a world record, and she is now an Olympic medallist! – Hooray!”

Synonyms

hurrah

Words that rhyme with hooray

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

conveydisplaydismaysobriquetdisarrayallaygaydecayplayportraycachefray

Related words

hurrayhurrahcheerattaboybravoyayhipdaffodil

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hooray"?▾

"Hooray" has 2 syllables: hoor · ay.

What is the IPA transcription of "hooray"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hooray" is /həˈɹeɪ/.

What does "hooray" mean?▾

Hooray: A shout to signify victory.

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