How to Pronounce Thereafter

To pronounce "thereafter", say THER-eaft-er — 3 syllables, IPA /ˌðeəɹˈæf.tə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˌðeəɹˈæf.tə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “thereafter”

"thereafter" has 3 syllables: ther-eaft-er. It rhymes with hereafter and after, if that helps it stick.

What does thereafter mean?

adverb

  1. After that, from then on; thenceforth.

    “He left; thereafter we never met again.”

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Words that rhyme with thereafter

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "thereafter"?▾

"Thereafter" has 3 syllables: ther · eaft · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "thereafter"?▾

The IPA transcription of "thereafter" is /ˌðeəɹˈæf.tə(ɹ)/.

What does "thereafter" mean?▾

Thereafter: After that, from then on; thenceforth.

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