How to Pronounce "fly off"
expression
ˈfɫaɪ/ /ˈɔf
FLY-awf
flˈaɪ/ /ˈɒf
FLY-of
Definition
To suddenly leave by flying, or for something to be carried away through the air. It can also mean to leave suddenly in a hurry or with emotion.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɫaɪ/ /ˈɔf
British English
flˈaɪ/ /ˈɒf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FLY-awf
UK
FLY-of
Listen in Context
The bird suddenly flew off when it saw the cat.
Be careful, your papers might fly off if it gets windy.
The lid flew off when I opened the bottle.
My hat flew off in the wind and landed in the street.