How to Pronounce "hobgoblin"
word
ˈhɑbˌɡɑblɪn
HAHB-gahb-lin
hˈɒbɡəblˌɪn
HOB-guhb-lin
Definition
A hobgoblin is a small, mischievous imaginary creature from folklore, often thought to cause trouble or play tricks. It can also mean something that causes unnecessary fear or worry.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɑbˌɡɑblɪn
British English
hˈɒbɡəblˌɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAHB-gahb-lin
UK
HOB-guhb-lin
Listen in Context
The story says a hobgoblin lives in the forest.
Children are afraid of the hobgoblin in that old tale.
A hobgoblin can play tricks on people.
That's just a hobgoblin of your imagination; there's nothing under the bed.