How to Pronounce Cuffs

To pronounce "cuffs", say CUFFS — one syllable, IPA /kʌfs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/kʌfs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “cuffs”

"cuffs" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with foodstuffs and fisticuffs, if that helps it stick.

What does cuffs mean?

noun

  1. Glove; mitten
  2. The end of a shirt sleeve that covers the wrist

verb

  1. To furnish with cuffs.
  2. To handcuff.

noun

  1. A blow, especially with the open hand; a box; a slap.

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Words that rhyme with cuffs

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

foodstuffsfisticuffsstuffsglyphsearmuffsbuffsbluffsscuffshandcuffspuffshuffsroughs

Related words

handcuffhandcuffshandlockmanacleattachesbanglesbraceletscollars

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cuffs"?▾

"Cuffs" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "cuffs"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cuffs" is /kʌfs/.

What does "cuffs" mean?▾

Cuffs: Glove; mitten

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