How to Pronounce Muff

To pronounce "muff", say MUFF — one syllable, IPA /mʌf/. 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

/mʌf/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “muff”

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

What does muff mean?

noun

  1. A piece of fur or cloth, usually with open ends, used for keeping the hands warm.
  2. Female pubic hair; female genitals.

Synonyms

beardmuff and beardwhiskers

Words that rhyme with muff

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

puffchuffgruffroughbufftoughsloughbluffsnuffstuffrebuffguff

Related words

bobblefluffblowbollocksspoil

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "muff"?▾

"Muff" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "muff"?▾

The IPA transcription of "muff" is /mʌf/.

What does "muff" mean?▾

Muff: A piece of fur or cloth, usually with open ends, used for keeping the hands warm.

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