How to Pronounce "hippies"
word
/ˈhɪpiz/
HIP-eez
/hˈɪpɪz/
HIP-iz
Definition
Hippies are people, especially from the 1960s and 1970s, who rejected traditional society and valued peace, love, personal freedom, and often had a unique, colorful style.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈhɪpiz/
British English
/hˈɪpɪz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HIP-eez
UK
HIP-iz
Listen in Context
Many hippies believed in peace and love.
The hippies wore colorful clothes.
There were many hippies at the festival.
People sometimes call travelers hippies because of their relaxed style.