How to Pronounce "wave off"
expression
ˈweɪv/ /ˈɔf
WAYV-AWF
wˈeɪv/ /ˈɒf
WAYV-OF
Definition
To make a hand gesture to say goodbye or to dismiss someone or something with a wave of the hand. It can mean either saying farewell or showing that you are not interested.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈweɪv/ /ˈɔf
British English
wˈeɪv/ /ˈɒf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAYV-AWF
UK
WAYV-OF
Listen in Context
She waved off her friend at the airport.
He tried to help, but she waved him off.
The coach waved off the referee's suggestion.
I tried to warn him, but he just waved me off.