How to Pronounce "hookups"
word
ˈhʊˌkəps
HOO-kuhps
ˈhʊkˌʌps
HOOK-ups
Definition
'Hookups' can mean casual romantic or sexual encounters, or technical connections like power or internet access. The meaning depends on the context.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhʊˌkəps
British English
ˈhʊkˌʌps
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HOO-kuhps
UK
HOOK-ups
Listen in Context
There are full hookups for water and electricity at the campground.
Some dating apps are used for casual hookups.
This device needs extra hookups to connect to the internet.
My friend isn’t looking for a relationship. He’s just into hookups right now.