How to Pronounce "boogaloo"
word
ˈbuːɡəˌluː
BOO-guh-LOO
ˈbuːɡəˌluː
BOO-guh-LOO
Definition
Boogaloo is a style of dance and music that mixes Latin, soul, and rhythm and blues, popular in the United States in the 1960s. In modern slang, 'boogaloo' may also refer to a sequel or used in political Internet subcultures, though the original meaning is musical.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbuːɡəˌluː
British English
ˈbuːɡəˌluː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BOO-guh-LOO
UK
BOO-guh-LOO
Listen in Context
They learned the boogaloo at dance class.
The band played a fast boogaloo song.
He likes to dance the boogaloo at parties.
This club has the best boogaloo nights in the city.