How to Pronounce "hooker"
word
/ˈhʊkɝ/
HUUK-ur
/hˈʊkɐ/
HUUK-uh
Definition
A hooker is an informal word for a prostitute, a person who has sex in exchange for money. It is common in movies and conversation, but it can sound rude or offensive.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈhʊkɝ/
British English
/hˈʊkɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HUUK-ur
UK
HUUK-uh
Listen in Context
He used the word hooker, but I thought it sounded rude.
In that TV show, the police talk to a hooker.
If you're writing about the topic seriously, 'sex worker' is usually better than 'hooker'.
When I first heard 'hooker' in a rugby clip, I was completely confused.