Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

soft spot

/sɔft spɑt/

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.47 in modern English

Syllables
soft- spot
IPA
/sɔft spɑt/
13
Scrabble Score
8
Letters
2
Syllables
5
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A sentimental fondness or affection.

noun

A point of vulnerability in a defence.

noun

A fontanelle.

Example Sentences

Etymology

Late 18th c.

Regional Pronunciation

  • American English: /sɔft spɑt/
  • British English: /sɒft spɒt/

Inflected Forms

soft spots (plural)

Synonyms

soft corner weak spot weak part fontanelle fontanel

Questions

How do you pronounce soft spot?
The recorded pronunciation is /sɔft spɑt/.
What does soft spot mean?
A sentimental fondness or affection.
Where does soft spot come from?
Late 18th c.

How to pronounce soft spot

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