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How to pronounce “ahoy

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Pronunciation guide for ahoy

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of ahoy with real speech in context.
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2 YouTube examples
Real speech example
The Design and Engineering of CuriosityAhoy, there's that valley network
Definition summary
(nautical) Used to hail a ship, a boat or a person, or to attract attention.

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How to pronounce ahoy

The Design and Engineering of Curiosity

Ahoy, there's that valley network

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “ahoy

Meaning

  • [Interjection]
  • (nautical) Used to hail a ship, a boat or a person, or to attract attention.
  • (humorous) Warning of something approaching or impending.
  • [Verb]
  • To hail with a cry of "ahoy".
  • [Noun]
  • An utterance of this interjection.

Practice Nearby Words

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Similar Sounds

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