How to Pronounce "wear off"
expression
ˈwɛɹ/ /ˈɔf
WAIR-awf
wɛə/ /ˈɒf
WAIR-of
Definition
To gradually become less strong or disappear, especially when talking about the effects of something like medicine, feelings, or other influences.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɛɹ/ /ˈɔf
British English
wɛə/ /ˈɒf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAIR-awf
UK
WAIR-of
Listen in Context
The pain will wear off in a few hours.
The excitement from the party didn't wear off until the next day.
The medicine takes a while to wear off.
Give it some time. The numbness should wear off soon.