How to Pronounce "boba"
word
ˈboʊbə
BOH-buh
ˈbəʊbə
BOH-buh
Definition
Boba usually refers to chewy tapioca balls found in bubble tea, a popular sweet drink. It can also mean the drink itself or, in some casual situations, a silly or naïve person (slang, less common).
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈboʊbə
British English
ˈbəʊbə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BOH-buh
UK
BOH-buh
Listen in Context
I like to drink boba after school.
Boba is chewy and sweet.
She bought a cup of boba tea.
Do you want extra boba in your drink?