How to Pronounce "hoes"
word
ˈhoʊz
HOHZ
hˈəʊz
HOHZ
Definition
Plural of 'hoe': a gardening tool with a long handle and a flat blade, used for digging or removing weeds from soil. In slang, 'hoes' is a highly offensive and derogatory term for women, but this is not an acceptable or respectful use.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhoʊz
British English
hˈəʊz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HOHZ
UK
HOHZ
Listen in Context
The farmers bought new hoes for the season.
We need more hoes to finish the garden work.
She cleaned the dirt off the hoes after using them.
All the hoes are hanging in the shed next to the rakes.