How to Pronounce "float"
word
/ˈfɫoʊt/
floht
/flˈəʊt/
floht
Definition
To stay on the surface of water or in the air without sinking or falling. It can also mean to move gently, to suggest an idea without deciding it yet, or to be spread in many small units such as money shares.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈfɫoʊt/
British English
/flˈəʊt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
floht
UK
floht
Listen in Context
Leaves float on the water.
The balloon will float away if you let it go.
They plan to float the company next year.
I just wanted to float an idea and see what everyone thinks.