How to Pronounce Afield

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/əˈfiːld/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “afield”

"afield" has 2 syllables: af-ield. It rhymes with yield and field, if that helps it stick.

What does afield mean?

adverb

  1. Away (from the home or starting point, physical or conceptual); usually preceded by far (or farther, further).
  2. On the field.

    “We now have both teams afield and can begin the match.”

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Words that rhyme with afield

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

yieldfieldshieldconcealedsealedrevealedcongealedunconcealedsquealedpeeledinfieldbattlefield

Related words

abroadremotefaroutawaybeyondelsewhererid

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "afield"?▾

"Afield" has 2 syllables: af · ield.

What is the IPA transcription of "afield"?▾

The IPA transcription of "afield" is /əˈfiːld/.

What does "afield" mean?▾

Afield: Away (from the home or starting point, physical or conceptual); usually preceded by far (or farther, further).

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