How to Pronounce Afoot

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/əˈfʊt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “afoot”

"afoot" has 2 syllables: af-oot. It rhymes with put and foot, if that helps it stick.

What does afoot mean?

adjective

  1. (predicative) That is on foot, in motion, in action, in progress.

adverb

  1. On foot. (means of locomotion, walking)
  2. On foot. (support of the body, standing)

Words that rhyme with afoot

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

putfootoutputpussyfootsootcaputinputthroughputunderfootbigfootgoosefootforefoot

Related words

walkingmovingunderwaycurrentwalkhappeningaheadfeet-first

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "afoot"?▾

"Afoot" has 2 syllables: af · oot.

What is the IPA transcription of "afoot"?▾

The IPA transcription of "afoot" is /əˈfʊt/.

What does "afoot" mean?▾

Afoot: (predicative) That is on foot, in motion, in action, in progress.

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