layoff

/ˈleɪˌɔf/

Syllables lay·off

Stress LAY-off

Phonics Breakdown

lay

/leɪ/

long ai

off

/ɔf/

short o

Meaning

a temporary or permanent dismissal of employees

Sound Reference

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lay=/leɪ/(day) + off=/ɔf/(off)

Example

The company announced a major layoff last week.