How to Pronounce Face-off

To pronounce "face-off", say FAC-eoff — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfeɪsˌɑf/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈfeɪsˌɑf/

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💡 Tip for remembering “face-off”

"face-off" has 2 syllables: fac-eoff.

What does face-off mean?

noun

  1. A confrontation or argument between two people or groups

    “It's unclear which side will win the latest face-off between the President and Congress.”

  2. The start of play, when two players try to get control of the puck dropped by the referee

Related words

confrontationface-downfightstandoffencounteraffrontmentcrossfireconflict

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "face-off"?▾

"Face-off" has 2 syllables: fac · eoff.

What is the IPA transcription of "face-off"?▾

The IPA transcription of "face-off" is /ˈfeɪsˌɑf/.

What does "face-off" mean?▾

Face-off: A confrontation or argument between two people or groups

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