English Word · Intermediate
riff
To riffle
Pronunciation: /ɹɪf/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "To riffle.".
Example
She riffed on the Olympic judges, the bobsled team, then ad-libbed with a woman drinking a martini at the front table.
She riffed on the Olympic judges, the bobsled team, then ad-libbed with a woman drinking a martini at the front table.
Practice tips
- Practice riff 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 word is for intermediate-level learners.