How to Pronounce Afflict

To pronounce "afflict", say AFFL-ict — 2 syllables, IPA /əˈflɪkt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/əˈflɪkt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “afflict”

"afflict" has 2 syllables: affl-ict. It rhymes with depict and conflict, if that helps it stick.

What does afflict mean?

verb

  1. To cause (someone) pain, suffering or distress.
  2. To strike or cast down; to overthrow.

Words that rhyme with afflict

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

depictconflictderelictperfectstrictbenedictcontradictconstrictpredictrestrictpickedinterdict

Related words

painailtroublesmitetortureplaguedharmsuffer

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "afflict"?▾

"Afflict" has 2 syllables: affl · ict.

What is the IPA transcription of "afflict"?▾

The IPA transcription of "afflict" is /əˈflɪkt/.

What does "afflict" mean?▾

Afflict: To cause (someone) pain, suffering or distress.

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