How to Pronounce "holy smoke"
expression
ˈhoʊɫi/ /ˈsmoʊk
HOH-lee SMOHK
hˈəʊli/ /smˈəʊk
HOH-lee SMOHK
Definition
An informal expression used to show surprise, shock, or amazement, similar to saying 'Oh my goodness!' or 'Wow!'.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhoʊɫi/ /ˈsmoʊk
British English
hˈəʊli/ /smˈəʊk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HOH-lee SMOHK
UK
HOH-lee SMOHK
Listen in Context
Holy smoke, look at that huge dog!
Holy smoke, you finished your homework already?
Holy smoke, that's a lot of money!
I just saw the test results — holy smoke, I passed!