How to Pronounce Hozier

🔤 Correct Pronunciation

✅ "HO-zee-er" (/ˈhoʊ.zi.ər/) – Preferred pronunciation by Hozier himself.
✅ "HO-zher" (/ˈhoʊ.ʒɚ/) – Some people say this, but it's less common.

📌 Sounds like:
"HO-zee-er" (rhymes with "rosier").

🗣️ How to Say It Step by Step

1️⃣ "HO" → Like in "hope" (hoʊ)
2️⃣ "zee" → Like the letter "Z" (zi)
3️⃣ "er" → Like "her" (ər)

🎤 Say it smoothly: "HO-zee-er"

📌 Tip: It rhymes with "rosier," not "hosier" (which means someone who makes socks).

❌ Common Mistakes

❌ "HO-zher" – Incorrect, "z" is pronounced clearly.
❌ "HO-zee-air" – Incorrect, no "air" sound at the end.
❌ "HOZ-yer" – Incorrect, the "z" is soft, not hard.

✅ Correct: Say "HO-zee-er."

🤔 Why Is "Hozier" Hard to Pronounce?

1️⃣ It looks French – Some think it's like "Frazier" or "Brasier."
2️⃣ The "z" sound is unclear – Some expect a soft "zh" sound.
3️⃣ Irish names can be tricky – Even though "Hozier" is his stage name, Irish names often have unexpected pronunciations!

📌 Fun Fact: Hozier was born in Ireland, and his full name is Andrew Hozier-Byrne! 🇮🇪🎵

FAQs About "Hozier" Pronunciation

What is the correct way to say "Hozier"?

➡️ The correct way is "HO-zee-er" (rhymes with "rosier").

How does Hozier himself pronounce his name?

➡️ He pronounces it "HO-zee-er."

Why do some people say "HO-zher"?

➡️ Because "Hozier" looks French, but it’s actually Irish.

Does "Hozier" rhyme with "Hosier" (sock maker)?

➡️ No, "Hosier" is pronounced "HOH-zher", while "Hozier" rhymes with "rosier."

Is "Hozier" his real last name?

➡️ Yes! His full name is Andrew Hozier-Byrne.