How to Pronounce Afeared

To pronounce "afeared", say AF-ear-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈfɪə(ɹ)d/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/əˈfɪə(ɹ)d/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “afeared”

"afeared" has 3 syllables: af-ear-ed.

What does afeared mean?

verb

  1. To imbue with fear; to affright, to terrify.

adjective

  1. Afraid.

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Related words

afeardafraidafeerdaffearedaffrightedafrayedferdaffrightened

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "afeared"?▾

"Afeared" has 3 syllables: af · ear · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "afeared"?▾

The IPA transcription of "afeared" is /əˈfɪə(ɹ)d/.

What does "afeared" mean?▾

Afeared: To imbue with fear; to affright, to terrify.

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