How to Pronounce "holy"
word
/ˈhoʊɫi/
HOH-lee
/hˈəʊli/
HOH-lee
Definition
Describes something connected to a god or religion and considered very important or pure. It can also be used informally to express strong feelings.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈhoʊɫi/
British English
/hˈəʊli/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HOH-lee
UK
HOH-lee
Listen in Context
The Bible is a holy book.
Mecca is a holy city for Muslims.
Many people visit the holy temple.
He treated the old scroll as if it were holy.