How to Pronounce "poofter"
word
ˈpuftɚ
POOF-ter
pˈuːftɐ
POOF-tuh
Definition
An extremely offensive, informal British slang term used as a homophobic insult for a gay man. It is derogatory and should be avoided.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpuftɚ
British English
pˈuːftɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
POOF-ter
UK
POOF-tuh
Listen in Context
He called him a poofter on the street.
Using the word poofter is very offensive.
Teachers will not tolerate the word poofter at school.
There's no place for words like poofter in our society today.