How to Pronounce Sofa

To pronounce "sofa", say SOF-a — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsəʊfə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

4

Letters

/ˈsəʊfə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sofa”

"sofa" has 2 syllables: sof-a. It rhymes with bopha, if that helps it stick.

What does sofa mean?

noun

  1. A raised area of a building's floor, usually covered with carpeting, used for sitting.
  2. (furniture) An upholstered seat with a raised back and one or two raised ends, long enough to comfortably accommodate two or more people.

verb

  1. To furnish with one or more sofas.
  2. To seat or lay down on a sofa.

Synonyms

couchdivanloungesettee

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Words that rhyme with sofa

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bopha

Related words

couchloungechesterfieldarmchairchairfurniturewheelchairspot

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sofa"?▾

"Sofa" has 2 syllables: sof · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "sofa"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sofa" is /ˈsəʊfə/.

What does "sofa" mean?▾

Sofa: A raised area of a building's floor, usually covered with carpeting, used for sitting.

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