How to Pronounce Loaf

To pronounce "loaf", say LOAF — one syllable, IPA /ləʊf/. 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

/ləʊf/

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💡 Tip for remembering “loaf”

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

What does loaf mean?

noun

  1. (also loaf of bread) A block of bread after baking.
  2. Any solid block of food, such as meat or sugar.

Synonyms

boncenoddlenut

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Words that rhyme with loaf

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

howffhouffinhofekiracofeknouffplouffplouffeshoafshoaffsroufevanderhoef

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "loaf"?▾

"Loaf" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "loaf"?▾

The IPA transcription of "loaf" is /ləʊf/.

What does "loaf" mean?▾

Loaf: (also loaf of bread) A block of bread after baking.

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