Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɪmi hˈɒfə] (IPA) 
The name "Jimmy Hoffa," the infamous labor union leader who disappeared in 1975, is spelled with the phonetic transcription /ˈhɒfə/ for "Hoffa." The "h" is silent and the "o" and "a" create the "aw" sound. The "f" sound is represented by the letter "f," and the final "a" at the end of the name is pronounced with a short "uh" sound. Despite extensive investigations, Hoffa's fate remains a mystery to this day.
Jimmy Hoffa was an influential American labor union leader, born on February 14, 1913, and vanished on July 30, 1975. As the president of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT) from 1957 to 1971, Hoffa played a pivotal role in shaping and revolutionizing the American labor movement. His mysterious disappearance made him a subject of widespread speculation and intrigue.
Hoffa, born in Brazil, Indiana, began his involvement in the labor movement at an early age. He quickly climbed the ranks of the Teamsters union, which eventually became the largest labor union in the United States under his leadership. Known for his charismatic personality and strong negotiation skills, Hoffa gained attention by championing the rights and welfare of truck drivers, warehouse workers, and other blue-collar workers.
Often described as a controversial figure, Jimmy Hoffa faced numerous legal troubles throughout his career. In 1964, he was convicted of jury tampering, attempted bribery, and fraud. Hoffa served four years in prison until his sentence was commuted by President Richard Nixon in 1971, on the condition he not seek re-election as Teamsters president.
Hoffa's disappearance, which occurred not long after his release from prison, has remained unsolved and captured public imagination for decades. Many theories about his demise have emerged, ranging from mafia involvement to political connections. Despite extensive investigations and searches, his fate and whereabouts remain unknown, contributing to the enduring mystique surrounding his name.
The term "Jimmy Hoffa" refers to the American labor leader, James Riddle Hoffa, who was the president of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT) from 1957 to 1971. However, it is important to note that "Jimmy Hoffa" itself does not have a specific etymology as it is a proper noun and primarily associated with the person's name. The name "Hoffa" is of German origin, derived from the German surname "Hoffmann", meaning "man from the farm".
