How to pronounce ripoff
Say it like RIP-awf. Ripoff has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RIP).
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- RIP
- awf
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ripoff pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RIPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- awfGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of ripoff
American and British speakers say ripoff in essentially the same way: /ˈrɪˌpɔf/ in the US and /ˈrɪˌpɒf/ in the UK.
British respelling: RIP-of.
What does ripoff mean?
- Alternative spelling of rip-off.
Where does ripoff come from?
Deverbal from rip off.
Questions about saying ripoff
How do you pronounce ripoff?
Say RIP-awf. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɪˌpɔf/. In British English it is /ˈrɪˌpɒf/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ripoff?
Ripoff has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RIP). Broken into parts: RIP · awf.
Do Americans and Brits say ripoff the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrɪˌpɔf/ and the British form is /ˈrɪˌpɒf/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.