How to Pronounce "hobbling"
word
ˈhɑbəɫɪŋ/, /ˈhɑbɫɪŋ
HAH-bling
hˈɒblɪŋ
HOB-ling
Definition
Walking in an uneven or awkward way, usually because of pain or injury in the leg or foot. It can also describe movement that is slow and difficult, like when something is damaged.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɑbəɫɪŋ/, /ˈhɑbɫɪŋ
British English
hˈɒblɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAH-bling
UK
HOB-ling
Listen in Context
He is hobbling because he twisted his ankle.
The old dog was hobbling along the road.
She started hobbling after she fell.
My bike was hobbling home on a flat tire.