How to Pronounce "good ole boy"
expression
ˈɡʊd/, /ɡɪd/ /ˈoʊɫ/, /ˌoʊˈɫeɪ/ /ˈbɔɪ
GUD-ohl-BOY or GID-ohl-BOY
ɡˈʊd/ /oˈleɪ/ /bˈɔɪ
guhd-oh-LAY-boy
Definition
A 'good ole boy' is an informal term for a man, especially from the rural American South, who is friendly, loyal to his friends, and values traditional customs; it can also refer to someone who benefits from an exclusive male social network.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡʊd/, /ɡɪd/ /ˈoʊɫ/, /ˌoʊˈɫeɪ/ /ˈbɔɪ
British English
ɡˈʊd/ /oˈleɪ/ /bˈɔɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GUD-ohl-BOY or GID-ohl-BOY
UK
guhd-oh-LAY-boy
Listen in Context
Jake is a real good ole boy who always helps his neighbors.
People say the good ole boy network is strong in small towns.
He grew up as a good ole boy hunting and fishing with his friends.
Don't expect those good ole boys to change their ways anytime soon.