How to Pronounce Afford

To pronounce "afford", say AFF-ord — 2 syllables, IPA /əˈfɔːd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/əˈfɔːd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “afford”

"afford" has 2 syllables: aff-ord. It rhymes with accord and lord, if that helps it stick.

What does afford mean?

verb

  1. To incur, stand, or bear without serious detriment, as an act which might under other circumstances be injurious;—with an auxiliary, as can, could, might, etc.; to be able or rich enough.

    “I think we can afford the extra hour it will take.  We can only afford to buy a small car at the moment.”

  2. To offer, provide, or supply, as in selling, granting, expending, with profit, or without loss or too great injury.

    “A affords his goods cheaper than B.”

Words that rhyme with afford

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

accordlordoverlordabhorreduntowardhorderewardsoaredimploredchordawardwarlord

Related words

giveyieldopenofferenablegrantprocureempower

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "afford"?▾

"Afford" has 2 syllables: aff · ord.

What is the IPA transcription of "afford"?▾

The IPA transcription of "afford" is /əˈfɔːd/.

What does "afford" mean?▾

Afford: To incur, stand, or bear without serious detriment, as an act which might under other circumstances be injurious;—with an auxiliary, as can, could, might, etc.; to be able or rich enough.

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