How to Pronounce Off-color

To pronounce "off-color", say OFFC-ol-or — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

OFFC-ol-or

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💡 Tip for remembering “off-color”

"off-color" has 3 syllables: offc-ol-or. It rhymes with off-colour, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: off-colour — easy to mix up when writing.

What does off-color mean?

adjective

  1. Of the wrong color.
  2. Dirty, vulgar or obscene, especially in a way that is unpleasant.

    “He told an off-color joke.”

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Words that rhyme with off-color

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

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

"Off-color" has 3 syllables: offc · ol · or.

What does "off-color" mean?▾

Off-color: Of the wrong color.

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