English Word · Intermediate
tip-off
An obvious clue or indication
Pronunciation: say tip-off
Meaning
An obvious clue or indication.
Example
The broken window and overturned plant pots were a tip-off that something was wrong.
The broken window and overturned plant pots were a tip-off that something was wrong.
Practice tips
- Practice tip-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 word is for intermediate-level learners.