How to Pronounce "hoops"
word
/ˈhups/
hoops
/hˈuːps/
hoops
Definition
'Hoops' usually refers to basketball (informal use), circular objects like rings, or large round earrings. The most common meaning is the game of basketball.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈhups/
British English
/hˈuːps/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
hoops
UK
hoops
Listen in Context
He loves playing hoops with friends after school.
She wore big gold hoops to the party.
There are three hoops hanging in the gym.
A lot of kids shoot hoops at the local park on weekends.