How to Pronounce "pair off"
expression
ˈpɛɹ/ /ˈɔf
PAIR-awf
pˈeə/ /ˈɒf
PAIR-of
Definition
To form groups of two, especially for an activity or a romantic relationship; to arrange people or things into pairs.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɛɹ/ /ˈɔf
British English
pˈeə/ /ˈɒf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAIR-awf
UK
PAIR-of
Listen in Context
Let's pair off for the science project.
The children paired off in the playground.
Can you pair off these socks for me?
At weddings, people often pair off and start dancing.