The spelling of the word "HOAM" might seem unfamiliar, but it is simply a variation of the word "home". The letter "O" is pronounced as a diphthong /oʊ/ which sounds like the combination of the sounds "oh" and "uh". This can be heard in words like "beacon" or "boat". The spelling "HOAM" may be used intentionally to create emphasis or to represent a certain dialect or accent. Overall, the pronunciation of "HOAM" is the same as "home".