How to Pronounce Oaf

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

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Letters

/əʊf/

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What does oaf mean?

noun

  1. A person, especially a large male, who is clumsy or a simpleton.

    “Ouch! You dropped that box on my feet, you lumbering oaf!”

  2. An elf's child; a changeling left by fairies or goblins, hence, a deformed or foolish child.

Synonyms

dummyfoolgalootimbecileloutmoron

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Related words

klutzlummoxlubberstumblebumloutclodlumpgoon

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "oaf"?▾

"Oaf" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "oaf"?▾

The IPA transcription of "oaf" is /əʊf/.

What does "oaf" mean?▾

Oaf: A person, especially a large male, who is clumsy or a simpleton.

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