How to pronounce abaft
Say it like uh-BAFT. Abaft has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BAFT).
- uh
- BAFT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Abaft pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- BAFTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of abaft
- British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat.
British respelling: uh-BAHFT.
What does abaft mean?
- Behind; toward the stern relative to some other object or position; aft of.“The captain stood abaft the wheelhouse.”
- On the aft side; in the stern.“We drifted with the wind abaft.”
Where does abaft come from?
From Middle English obaft, baft, baften, from Old English beæftan; be (“by”) (modern English by) + æftan (“behind”) (modern English after).
Words that rhyme with abaft
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of abaft.
Questions about saying abaft
How do you pronounce abaft?
Say uh-BAFT. The American pronunciation is /əˈbæft/. In British English it is /əˈbɑːft/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in abaft?
Abaft has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BAFT). Broken into parts: uh · BAFT.
Is abaft pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat. The British form is /əˈbɑːft/ (uh-BAHFT).