How to Pronounce "ahoy"
word
/əˈhɔɪ/
uh-HOY
/ɐhˈɔɪ/
uh-HOY
Definition
A traditional call or greeting used by sailors to attract attention, especially when hailing a ship or boat; sometimes used playfully as a greeting.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əˈhɔɪ/
British English
/ɐhˈɔɪ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-HOY
UK
uh-HOY
Listen in Context
The sailor shouted, "Ahoy!" to the passing boat.
Children said "Ahoy!" pretending to be pirates.
They heard someone call "Ahoy!" from a distance.
When our boat got close, the captain called out, "Land ahoy!"