How to Pronounce "rookies"
word
ˈɹʊkiz
ROOK-eez
ɹˈʊkɪz
rook-EEZ
Definition
People who are new to a job, activity, or sport and do not have much experience. Often used in workplaces, sports teams, or the military.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹʊkiz
British English
ɹˈʊkɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ROOK-eez
UK
rook-EEZ
Listen in Context
The team has three new rookies this year.
All the rookies listened carefully to the coach.
The rookies are learning the rules.
The manager asked the rookies to introduce themselves.