How to pronounce offlet
Say it like AW-flet. Offlet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AW).
- AW
- flet
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Offlet pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- fletKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of offlet
American and British speakers say offlet in essentially the same way: /ˈɔflɛt/ in the US and /ˈɒflɛt/ in the UK.
British respelling: OF-let.
What does offlet mean?
- A pipe to drain or let off water.
Where does offlet come from?
From off- + let.
Questions about saying offlet
How do you pronounce offlet?
Say AW-flet. The American pronunciation is /ˈɔflɛt/. In British English it is /ˈɒflɛt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in offlet?
Offlet has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AW). Broken into parts: AW · flet.
Do Americans and Brits say offlet the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɔflɛt/ and the British form is /ˈɒflɛt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.