How to pronounce Hoosier
Say it like HOO-zher. Hoosier has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HOO).
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US American/ˈhuʒɚ/HOO-zher
UK British/ˈhuːʒə/HOO-zhuh
- HOO
- zher
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hoosier pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- zherKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of Hoosier
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: HOO-zhuh.
What does Hoosier mean?
noun
- A native or resident of the U.S. state of Indiana.
- Someone associated with Indiana University, for example as a student, alum, or sports team member, or as a fan. This is also the university's sports mascot.
- An uneducated, tasteless, boorish white person.
- Characteristic of or pertaining to the American state of Indiana.
Questions about saying Hoosier
How do you pronounce Hoosier?
Say HOO-zher. The American pronunciation is /ˈhuʒɚ/. In British English it is /ˈhuːʒə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Hoosier?
Hoosier has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HOO). Broken into parts: HOO · zher.
Is Hoosier pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈhuːʒə/ (HOO-zhuh).