How to Pronounce Loft

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

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/lɑft/

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💡 Tip for remembering “loft”

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

What does loft mean?

noun

  1. (except in derivatives) air, the air; the sky, the heavens.
  2. An attic or similar space (often used for storage) in the roof of a house or other building.

verb

  1. To propel high into the air.
  2. To fly or travel through the air, as though propelled

adjective

  1. Lofty; proud; haughty

Words that rhyme with loft

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

softwaftscoffedalofttoftquaffeddoffedhayloftcoughedoffedashcroftbarcroft

Related words

garretatticmezzaninepenthousedomeapartmenthouseplace

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "loft"?▾

"Loft" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "loft"?▾

The IPA transcription of "loft" is /lɑft/.

What does "loft" mean?▾

Loft: (except in derivatives) air, the air; the sky, the heavens.

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