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used to say that something has been removed or become separated
In simple words: Not on; away from something.
Off in a sentence
- Please turn the lights off when you leave the room.
- She was taken off the list for not following the rules.
- The cat jumped off the table suddenly.
- You can take the day off for personal reasons.
- I accidentally turned the oven off while cooking.
- He signed off on the project after reviewing it thoroughly.
- The alarm went off in the middle of the night.
- I need to take some time off to recharge.
- The store is off down the street on the left.
- He is often off in his own world, daydreaming.
How to use Off
Use 'off' when talking about something being not connected or not in operation. It's neutral and can be used in everyday conversation. Avoid in very formal writing.
Grammar pattern
standalone adverb
Memory hint
Think of 'off' as 'off the hook' — like leaving a phone or a job.
Related words
Collocations with Off
- turn off
- take off
- check off
- sign off
- log off
Synonyms for Off
- offstage
Common mistakes with Off
- 'Off' can be confused with 'of' in spoken English.
- Learners may forget to use it in phrasal verbs like 'turn off'.
- Misplace 'off' in sentences, such as 'I am off to the store.' instead of 'I am going off to the store.'
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More words like Off
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbleA2
having the skill, intelligence, opportunity, etc. needed to do something
- AbroadA2
In or to a country that is not one's own.
- AbsoluteB2
total and complete
- AbsolutelyB1
used to emphasize that something is completely true
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Frequently asked questions about Off
What does Off mean?
Not on; away from something.
What is the definition of Off?
used to say that something has been removed or become separated
How do you use Off in a sentence?
Please turn the lights off when you leave the room.
Can you give another example of Off?
She was taken off the list for not following the rules.
What are synonyms for Off?
Common alternatives include offstage.
What is the opposite of Off?
Opposite meanings include on, active, engaged.
What words go with Off?
It commonly pairs with turn off, take off, check off, sign off, log off.
What are common mistakes when using Off?
'Off' can be confused with 'of' in spoken English. Learners may forget to use it in phrasal verbs like 'turn off'. Misplace 'off' in sentences, such as 'I am off to the store.' instead of 'I am going off to the store.'
How do you pronounce Off?
US: /["/ɔːf/"]/, UK: /["/ɒf/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Off?
Use 'off' when talking about something being not connected or not in operation. It's neutral and can be used in everyday conversation. Avoid in very formal writing.
What CEFR level is Off?
"Off" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.