How to Pronounce Aflame

To pronounce "aflame", say AFL-am-e — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈfleɪm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/əˈfleɪm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “aflame”

"aflame" has 3 syllables: afl-am-e. It rhymes with proclaim and dame, if that helps it stick.

What does aflame mean?

adjective

  1. In flames, on fire, flaming, with flames coming from it
  2. Showing anger or contempt

    “She said nothing and simply stared at him, eyes aflame.”

Synonyms

ablazeafireflaming

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Words that rhyme with aflame

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

proclaimdameframeexclaimshameacclaimflamesamenamedefamegameclaim

Related words

flamingafireablazelitburningaflarelightedcolorful

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "aflame"?▾

"Aflame" has 3 syllables: afl · am · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "aflame"?▾

The IPA transcription of "aflame" is /əˈfleɪm/.

What does "aflame" mean?▾

Aflame: In flames, on fire, flaming, with flames coming from it

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