How to pronounce caff
Say it like KAF. Caff is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- KAF
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Caff pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KAFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of caff
American and British speakers say caff in essentially the same way: /kæf/ in the US and /kæf/ in the UK.
British respelling: KAF.
What does caff mean?
- Synonym of café.
Where does caff come from?
Clipping of cafeteria.
Words that rhyme with caff
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of caff.
Words that sound like caff
Questions about saying caff
How do you pronounce caff?
Say KAF. The American pronunciation is /kæf/. In British English it is /kæf/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in caff?
Caff is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: KAF.
Do Americans and Brits say caff the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /kæf/ and the British form is /kæf/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as caff?
Caff sounds the same as calf in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.