off the cuff — without preparation or prior thought; spontaneously; impromptu
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: without preparation or prior thought; spontaneously; impromptu
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɔːf ðə kʌf/
Korean meaning: 준비나 사전 생각 없이; 즉흥적으로; 즉석에서
Korean pronunciation: **오**프 더 **커**프
Example Sentences
- The comedian's best jokes were always off the cuff.
- When asked about his secret recipe, the chef gave an off-the-cuff answer: 'Love and a pinch of panic!'
- Her off-the-cuff presentation impressed the board more than prepared speeches.
off the cuff
ADVERB//ɔːf ðə kʌf//
without preparation or prior thought; spontaneously; impromptu
without preparation or prior thought; spontaneously; impromptu
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Off the cuff, he handles questions both tough and rough!
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Origin
1930년대 미국에서 유래된 표현으로, 연설자들이 셔츠 소매(cuff)에 적어둔 메모 없이 즉석에서 연설하는 것에서 나온 말입니다. 정식 원고 대신 소매에 간단한 키워드만 적어두던 관습에서 비롯되었죠.
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“The comedian's best jokes were always off the cuff.”
“When asked about his secret recipe, the chef gave an off-the-cuff answer: 'Love and a pinch of panic!'”
“Her off-the-cuff presentation impressed the board more than prepared speeches.”
“I can't give you an exact figure off the cuff, but I'll check and get back to you.”
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