How to Pronounce Kaffirs

To pronounce "kaffirs", say KAFF-irs — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

KAFF-irs

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💡 Tip for remembering “kaffirs”

"kaffirs" has 2 syllables: kaff-irs. It rhymes with kafirs and gaffers, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: kafirs — easy to mix up when writing.

What does kaffirs mean?

noun

  1. In Islamic contexts, a non-Muslim.
  2. A member of the Nguni people of southern Africa, especially a Xhosa.

Words that rhyme with kaffirs

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

kafirsgaffers

Related words

kafircaffercaffreboersxhosascoloureds

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "kaffirs"?▾

"Kaffirs" has 2 syllables: kaff · irs.

What does "kaffirs" mean?▾

Kaffirs: In Islamic contexts, a non-Muslim.

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