How to Pronounce Haft

To pronounce "haft", say HAFT — one syllable, IPA /hɑːft/. 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

/hɑːft/

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💡 Tip for remembering “haft”

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

What does haft mean?

noun

  1. The handle of a tool or weapon.

verb

  1. To fit a handle to (a tool or weapon); to grip by the handle

Synonyms

helve

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Words that rhyme with haft

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

craftdraftgraftdraughtraftaftwitchcraftaircraftdafthandicraftcrankshaftstatecraft

Related words

helvehandlejicohnstockhandgripgriphold

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "haft"?▾

"Haft" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "haft"?▾

The IPA transcription of "haft" is /hɑːft/.

What does "haft" mean?▾

Haft: The handle of a tool or weapon.

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