English Expression · Intermediate
live off
To depend on financially
Pronunciation: say live off
Meaning
To depend on financially.
Example
When I was a student, I lived off baked potatoes.
When I was a student, I lived off baked potatoes.
Practice tips
- Practice live off out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.