How to Pronounce "saw off"
expression
ˈsɔ/ /ˈɔf
SAW awf
sˈɔː/ /ˈɒf
SAW off
Definition
To cut something off using a saw, usually a piece of wood or metal. It can also be used figuratively to mean completely removing or separating something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɔ/ /ˈɔf
British English
sˈɔː/ /ˈɒf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SAW awf
UK
SAW off
Listen in Context
Be careful when you saw off that branch.
We need to saw off the old pipes to fix the leak.
He tried to saw off the extra piece of wood.
If you saw off the top of the fence, it’ll look much better.