How to Pronounce Sfx

To pronounce "sfx", say SFX — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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What does sfx mean?

noun

  1. (grammar) A morpheme added at the end of a word to modify the word's meaning.

    “The suffix "-able" changes "sing" into "singable".”

  2. A subscript.

Synonyms

affix

Antonyms

prefix

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sfx"?▾

"Sfx" has one syllable.

What does "sfx" mean?▾

Sfx: (grammar) A morpheme added at the end of a word to modify the word's meaning.

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