How to Pronounce After-shock

To pronounce "after-shock", say AFT-ersh-ock — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

AFT-ersh-ock

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💡 Tip for remembering “after-shock”

"after-shock" has 3 syllables: aft-ersh-ock.

What does after-shock mean?

noun

  1. An earthquake that follows in the same vicinity as another, usually larger, earthquake (the "mainshock").
  2. By extension, any result or consequence following a major event.

Antonyms

foreshock

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "after-shock"?▾

"After-shock" has 3 syllables: aft · ersh · ock.

What does "after-shock" mean?▾

After-shock: An earthquake that follows in the same vicinity as another, usually larger, earthquake (the "mainshock").

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