How to Pronounce Soft

To pronounce "soft", say SOFT — one syllable, IPA /sɑft/. 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

/sɑft/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “soft”

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

What does soft mean?

noun

  1. A soft or foolish person; an idiot.
  2. Ellipsis of soft tyre (A tyre whose compound is softer than mediums, and harder than supersofts.)

adjective

  1. Easily giving way under pressure.

    “My head sank easily into the soft pillow.”

  2. (of cloth or similar material) Smooth and flexible; not rough, rugged, or harsh.

    “Polish the silver with a soft cloth to avoid scratching.”

adverb

  1. Softly; without roughness or harshness; gently; quietly.

Synonyms

daftfoolishsillystupidgentlelightneshmeek

Antonyms

hardsensibleharshroughstrong

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Words that rhyme with soft

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

waftloftscoffedalofttoftquaffeddoffedhayloftcoughedoffedashcroft

Related words

softenedsofteningdemulcentmellowingmellowsoft-spokenlenienteasy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "soft"?▾

"Soft" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "soft"?▾

The IPA transcription of "soft" is /sɑft/.

What does "soft" mean?▾

Soft: A soft or foolish person; an idiot.

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