How to Pronounce "hopefuls"
word
ˈhoʊpfəɫz
HOHP-fuhlz
hˈəʊpfəlz
HOHP-fuhlz
Definition
People who hope to succeed at something, such as winning a competition, getting a job, or being chosen for an opportunity.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhoʊpfəɫz
British English
hˈəʊpfəlz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HOHP-fuhlz
UK
HOHP-fuhlz
Listen in Context
Five hopefuls lined up for the job interview.
The hopefuls waited nervously backstage.
All the hopefuls handed in their applications.
The reality show brought in dozens of new hopefuls this season.