How to Pronounce Top-shelf

To pronounce "top-shelf", say TOPSH-elf — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

9

Letters

TOPSH-elf

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💡 Tip for remembering “top-shelf”

"top-shelf" has 2 syllables: topsh-elf.

What does top-shelf mean?

adjective

  1. Best, or high quality.

    “I bought a bottle of top shelf whiskey.”

  2. Describing books, magazines, or movies that have adult content or softcore pornography.

Synonyms

top notch

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "top-shelf"?▾

"Top-shelf" has 2 syllables: topsh · elf.

What does "top-shelf" mean?▾

Top-shelf: Best, or high quality.

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