How to Pronounce Tipstaff

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

TIPST-aff

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💡 Tip for remembering “tipstaff”

"tipstaff" has 2 syllables: tipst-aff. It rhymes with whipstaff, if that helps it stick.

What does tipstaff mean?

noun

  1. A ceremonial staff, with a metal tip, carried by a constable or bailiff etc as a sign of office
  2. An officer, of a court etc. who carries such a staff

Words that rhyme with tipstaff

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

whipstaff

Related words

pikestaffpiketruncheonpalstaffstickpestlegibstaffquarter-staff

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tipstaff"?▾

"Tipstaff" has 2 syllables: tipst · aff.

What does "tipstaff" mean?▾

Tipstaff: A ceremonial staff, with a metal tip, carried by a constable or bailiff etc as a sign of office

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