To pronounce "hydrofoils", say HYDROF-oils — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"hydrofoils" has 2 syllables: hydrof-oils.
noun
"Hydrofoils" has 2 syllables: hydrof · oils.
Hydrofoils: A wing attached to the hull of a ship that raises it out of the water when travelling at speed and thus reduces drag.
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