How to Pronounce Ploy

To pronounce "ploy", say PLOY — one syllable, IPA /plɔɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/plɔɪ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “ploy”

"ploy" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with coy and employ, if that helps it stick.

What does ploy mean?

noun

  1. A tactic, strategy, or gimmick.

    “The free T-shirt is really a ploy to get you inside to see their sales pitch.”

  2. Sport; frolic.

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Words that rhyme with ploy

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coyemployenjoyalloyjoydestroytoyannoytomboydecoycorduroydeploy

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ploy"?▾

"Ploy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "ploy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ploy" is /plɔɪ/.

What does "ploy" mean?▾

Ploy: A tactic, strategy, or gimmick.

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