How to Pronounce Tiff

To pronounce "tiff", say TIFF — one syllable, IPA /tɪf/. 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

/tɪf/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “tiff”

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

What does tiff mean?

noun

  1. A small argument; a petty quarrel.
  2. Liquor; especially, a small draught of liquor.

verb

  1. To quarrel.

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Words that rhyme with tiff

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

stiffwhiffbiffquiffglyphriffgliffsniffspiffziffgriffgriffe

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tiff"?▾

"Tiff" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "tiff"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tiff" is /tɪf/.

What does "tiff" mean?▾

Tiff: A small argument; a petty quarrel.

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