hotline

/ˈhɑtlaɪn/

Syllables hot·line

Stress HOT-line

Phonics Breakdown

hot

/hɑt/

short o

line

/laɪn/

long i (i_e)

Meaning

a telephone number that people can call to get help or information quickly

Sound Reference

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hot=/hɑt/(hot) + line=/laɪn/(line)

Example

You can call the hotline for free legal advice.