How to Pronounce "play hooky"
expression
ˈpɫeɪ/ /ˈhʊki
PLAY HOO-kee
plˈeɪ/ /hˈʊki
play HOO-kee
Definition
To skip school or work without permission, usually to have fun or avoid responsibilities.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɫeɪ/ /ˈhʊki
British English
plˈeɪ/ /hˈʊki
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PLAY HOO-kee
UK
play HOO-kee
Listen in Context
Tom decided to play hooky and went to the park instead of school.
It's not a good idea to play hooky before an important test.
Sarah and Linda played hooky to go shopping in the city.
Have you ever played hooky just to binge-watch TV all day?