How to Pronounce "coolie"
word
ˈkuːli
KOO-lee
kˈuːli
KOO-lee
Definition
An old, now offensive term for a manual laborer, especially in Asia. The word was widely used during colonial times but is considered derogatory today.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkuːli
British English
kˈuːli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KOO-lee
UK
KOO-lee
Listen in Context
In old books, the word coolie was often used to describe workers at ports.
People no longer use the word coolie because it is offensive.
The term coolie is found in many historical documents.
That movie used 'coolie,' but it's really outdated and disrespectful now.