How to Pronounce Lead-off

To pronounce "lead-off", say LEAD-off — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

LEAD-off

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💡 Tip for remembering “lead-off”

"lead-off" has 2 syllables: lead-off.

What does lead-off mean?

noun

  1. The first batter in the batting order.

    “Jones has been the team's lead off hitter for three years.”

  2. The first batter of an inning.

    “The lead off hitter for the sixth inning is Jones.”

adjective

  1. Beginning something by leading the way.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

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

"Lead-off" has 2 syllables: lead · off.

What does "lead-off" mean?▾

Lead-off: The first batter in the batting order.

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