How to Pronounce "foxholes"
word
ˈfɑksˌhoʊɫz
FAHKS-hohlz
fˈɒkshəʊlz
FOKS-hohlz
Definition
Foxholes are small holes in the ground, usually dug by soldiers to protect themselves from danger during battle. The word can also mean literal holes made by foxes.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɑksˌhoʊɫz
British English
fˈɒkshəʊlz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FAHKS-hohlz
UK
FOKS-hohlz
Listen in Context
The soldiers hid in foxholes during the battle.
Foxes dig foxholes to make their homes underground.
Many foxholes were found after the war ended.
The soldiers spent the cold night in their foxholes, waiting for dawn.