How to Pronounce "doze off"
expression
ˈdoʊz/ /ˈɔf
DOHZ-awf
dˈəʊz/ /ˈɒf
DUHZ-of
Definition
To gradually fall asleep, usually unintentionally or for a short while, especially when you are tired or bored.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdoʊz/ /ˈɔf
British English
dˈəʊz/ /ˈɒf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DOHZ-awf
UK
DUHZ-of
Listen in Context
I sometimes doze off while watching TV.
Be careful not to doze off during class.
He dozed off after lunch.
I must have dozed off, because I missed the ending of the movie.