How to Pronounce "splinter off"
expression
ˈspɫɪntɝ/ /ˈɔf
SPLIN-ter AWF
splˈɪntɐ/ /ˈɒf
spl-IN-tuh OF
Definition
To leave a larger group or organization and form a separate, smaller group. Often used when a group disagrees about something and decides to split.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspɫɪntɝ/ /ˈɔf
British English
splˈɪntɐ/ /ˈɒf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPLIN-ter AWF
UK
spl-IN-tuh OF
Listen in Context
Some members decided to splinter off and form a new club.
The company splintered off after a big disagreement.
A small group splintered off from the main organization.
After years of debate, several activists finally splintered off to start their own movement.