How to Pronounce "hollo"
word
ˈhɑˌɫoʊ
HAH-loh
ˈhɒləʊ
HOL-oh
Definition
To shout or call loudly, especially to attract someone's attention from a distance. "Hollo" is an old-fashioned or literary word mostly used in historical contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɑˌɫoʊ
British English
ˈhɒləʊ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAH-loh
UK
HOL-oh
Listen in Context
He gave a loud hollo to find his lost dog.
The hunter used a hollo to signal his friends.
With a joyful hollo, the children ran through the field.
"Hollo! Is anyone there?" she shouted into the dark woods.