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
US
AWF-BASE
UK
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.