How to Pronounce Raffish

To pronounce "raffish", say RAFF-ish — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

RAFF-ish

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💡 Tip for remembering “raffish”

"raffish" has 2 syllables: raff-ish. It rhymes with draffish and staffish, if that helps it stick.

What does raffish mean?

adjective

  1. Characterized by careless unconventionality; rakish.
  2. Low-class; disreputable; vulgar.

Words that rhyme with raffish

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

draffishstaffish

Related words

rakishjauntydashingsmartdappernattystylishdevil-may-care

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "raffish"?▾

"Raffish" has 2 syllables: raff · ish.

What does "raffish" mean?▾

Raffish: Characterized by careless unconventionality; rakish.

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