How to Pronounce "kickoff"
word
ˈkɪˌkɔf
KIK-awf
kˈɪkɒf
KIK-of
Definition
In sports, especially football (soccer) or American football, 'kickoff' means the first kick that starts the game or a half. More generally, it is also used to describe the beginning of an event or activity.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɪˌkɔf
British English
kˈɪkɒf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KIK-awf
UK
KIK-of
Listen in Context
The kickoff is at 7 pm.
We had a big kickoff for the new project.
The team scored right after the kickoff.
Are you coming to the kickoff party tonight?