How to Pronounce "play off"
expression
ˈpɫeɪ/ /ˈɔf
PLAY-awf
plˈeɪ/ /ˈɒf
PLAY-of
Definition
To compete in a game or match to decide a winner, especially after a tie; or to take advantage of something (like a situation or another person's qualities) for your own benefit.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɫeɪ/ /ˈɔf
British English
plˈeɪ/ /ˈɒf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PLAY-awf
UK
PLAY-of
Listen in Context
The teams will play off to decide the champion.
We need to play off because the score is tied.
She tried to play off her coworkers against each other.
It's been a long season—now it's time for the top four to play off for the title.