How to Pronounce "snuff out"
expression
ˈsnəf/ /ˈaʊt
SNUHF-owt
snˈʌf/ /ˈaʊt
sn-UHF-owt
Definition
To put out a flame or light, such as a candle; also used figuratively to mean to end or destroy something completely, like hope or a life.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsnəf/ /ˈaʊt
British English
snˈʌf/ /ˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SNUHF-owt
UK
sn-UHF-owt
Listen in Context
She gently snuffed out the candle before going to bed.
The wind snuffed out the small fire quickly.
They tried to snuff out all the lanterns at midnight.
The tragedy snuffed out the hopes of the entire community.