To pronounce "africa", say AFR-ic-a — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
africa
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AFR-ic-a
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"africa" has 3 syllables: afr-ic-a. It rhymes with transafrica, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Africa" has 3 syllables: afr · ic · a.
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