How to Pronounce "liftoff"
word
ˈɫɪfˌtɔf
LIF-tawf
lˈɪftɒf
LIF-tof
Definition
The moment when a rocket or spacecraft leaves the ground and begins its flight.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɪfˌtɔf
British English
lˈɪftɒf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LIF-tawf
UK
LIF-tof
Listen in Context
The rocket's liftoff was at 9 a.m.
Everyone cheered at the moment of liftoff.
The astronauts prepared for liftoff.
"Liftoff! We have a liftoff!" the announcer shouted excitedly.