“Whoo” or “Woo”—Which to use?

“Whoo” or “Woo”

Overview

whoo / woo are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

whoo: NA

woo: (verb) seek someone's favor. (verb) make amorous advances towards.

Pronunciation

whoo: NA

woo: w·UW

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Examples in Context

Examples of “whoo”

Examples of “woo”

Amidst Luckee's daily struggles to woo her, college announces its annual
…Hanju opera performed by Er Woo were made in the 1920s…
…released a freestyle over the woo riddim, where he mentioned a…
…and pencils by Chris Johnson/Amelia Woo, Radical Comics, 2009)
…the soundtrack to the film Woo.
…defeating Duelists who tried to woo her.
John Woo, influential film director
…The Crossing directed by John Woo currently filming in Beijing.
He tries to woo the mysterious woman, confused but…
…exotic Latina Dolores Alvaradez, to woo Hinky and thus ultimately show…

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