How to Pronounce "start off"
expression
ˈstɑɹt/ /ˈɔf
START-awf
stˈɑːt/ /ˈɒf
STAHT-of
Definition
To begin something, or to leave a place and begin a journey or activity. It is often used in casual conversation for the first step of an action.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstɑɹt/ /ˈɔf
British English
stˈɑːt/ /ˈɒf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
START-awf
UK
STAHT-of
Listen in Context
Let's start off the meeting with some introductions.
We will start off at 9 o'clock sharp.
You start off by stirring the mixture slowly.
I like to start off my day with a cup of tea.