How to Pronounce "ofay"
word
ˈoʊfeɪ
OH-fay
ˈoʊfeɪ
OH-fay
Definition
A dated and now often considered offensive slang term used in the U.S., especially by Black Americans, to refer to a white person.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊfeɪ
British English
ˈoʊfeɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-fay
UK
OH-fay
Listen in Context
The term ofay was used in old American slang.
She read a novel where the word ofay appeared often.
Many people now know ofay is offensive.
You might find the word ofay in books about American history and race.