How to Pronounce Taffy

To pronounce "taffy", say TAFFY — one syllable, IPA /ˈtæ.fi/. 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

/ˈtæ.fi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “taffy”

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

What does taffy mean?

noun

  1. A soft, chewy candy made from boiled molasses or brown sugar.
  2. Flattery.

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Words that rhyme with taffy

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

daffydraffychaffygraphybaffyraphaecaffeecaffeychafeechaffee

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "taffy"?▾

"Taffy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "taffy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "taffy" is /ˈtæ.fi/.

What does "taffy" mean?▾

Taffy: A soft, chewy candy made from boiled molasses or brown sugar.

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