How to pronounce moloi
Say it like muh-LOY. Moloi has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LOY).
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- muh
- LOY
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Moloi pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- LOYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oy" in boy.
American vs British pronunciation of moloi
American and British speakers say moloi in essentially the same way: /məˈlɔɪ/ in the US and /məˈlɔɪ/ in the UK.
British respelling: muh-LOY.
What does moloi mean?
- A magician, witch, wizard, or other magic-user, especially in traditional tribal society.
Where does moloi come from?
Borrowed from Tswana moloi, from loa (“to enchant”).
Words that rhyme with moloi
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of moloi.
Questions about saying moloi
How do you pronounce moloi?
Say muh-LOY. The American pronunciation is /məˈlɔɪ/. In British English it is /məˈlɔɪ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in moloi?
Moloi has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LOY). Broken into parts: muh · LOY.
Do Americans and Brits say moloi the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /məˈlɔɪ/ and the British form is /məˈlɔɪ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.