How to Pronounce "off base"

expression

ˈɔf/ /ˈbeɪs

AWF-BASE

ˈɒf/ /bˈeɪs

OF-BASE

Definition

If someone is "off base," they are wrong or mistaken about something. It can also mean being out of touch or not understanding the situation correctly.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈɔf/ /ˈbeɪs

British English

ˈɒf/ /bˈeɪs

Simplified Pronunciation

AWF-BASE

OF-BASE

Listen in Context

Your guess is off base.

Sorry, but you're off base with that idea.

The teacher said my answer was off base.

He thought she was angry, but he was way off base.