How to Pronounce Turn-off

To pronounce "turn-off", say TURN-off — 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

TURN-off

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💡 Tip for remembering “turn-off”

"turn-off" has 2 syllables: turn-off. It rhymes with chernoff and smirnoff, if that helps it stick.

What does turn-off mean?

noun

  1. Something that repulses, disgusts, or discourages, especially sexually.

    “Braces on a pretty girl actually aren't a turn-off for me.”

  2. A road where one turns off, such as a motorway exit.

Synonyms

passion killer

Antonyms

turn-on

Words that rhyme with turn-off

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

chernoffsmirnoffsmirnov

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "turn-off"?▾

"Turn-off" has 2 syllables: turn · off.

What does "turn-off" mean?▾

Turn-off: Something that repulses, disgusts, or discourages, especially sexually.

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