How to Pronounce "drift off"
expression
ˈdɹɪft/ /ˈɔf
DRIFT-awf
dɹˈɪft/ /ˈɒf
drIFT-of
Definition
To fall asleep slowly or gradually, often without realizing it. Usually used when someone starts sleeping gently or unintentionally.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɹɪft/ /ˈɔf
British English
dɹˈɪft/ /ˈɒf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DRIFT-awf
UK
drIFT-of
Listen in Context
He often drifts off while watching TV at night.
The baby drifted off in her mother's arms.
I could not drift off because of the noise outside.
She likes to drift off listening to soft music.