How to Pronounce Afar

To pronounce "afar", say AF-ar — 2 syllables, IPA /əˈfɑː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/əˈfɑː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “afar”

"afar" has 2 syllables: af-ar. It rhymes with char and bar, if that helps it stick.

What does afar mean?

adverb

  1. At, to, or from a great distance; far away.

    “He loved her from afar.”

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Words that rhyme with afar

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charbarreservoirbizarreavatarsubparseminarrepertoiresparcinnabarlodestarcommissar

Related words

distanceafieldremotelydistantremotefarawayyonderfar-off

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "afar"?▾

"Afar" has 2 syllables: af · ar.

What is the IPA transcription of "afar"?▾

The IPA transcription of "afar" is /əˈfɑː/.

What does "afar" mean?▾

Afar: At, to, or from a great distance; far away.

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