How to Pronounce "drain off"
expression
ˈdɹeɪn/ /ˈɔf
DRAYN-awf
dɹˈeɪn/ /ˈɒf
drayn-OF
Definition
To remove a liquid slowly from something, usually by letting it flow away. It is often used for getting rid of water or other liquids from containers, food, land, or pipes.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɹeɪn/ /ˈɔf
British English
dɹˈeɪn/ /ˈɒf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DRAYN-awf
UK
drayn-OF
Listen in Context
After boiling the vegetables, drain off the water before serving.
The rainwater will drain off the roof into the gutter.
Let the dirty water drain off before cleaning the tank.
We need to drain off some excess oil after frying the chicken.