How to pronounce affixed
Say it like uh-FIKST. Affixed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FIKST).
- uh
- FIKST
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Affixed 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.
- FIKSTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of affixed
American and British speakers say affixed in essentially the same way: /əˈfɪkst/ in the US and /əˈfɪkst/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-FIKST.
What does affixed mean?
- simple past and past participle of affix How to pronounce affix
- Enduringly stuck to, or attached to, something.
- With an affix.
Similar and opposite words
Opposite meaning
- unaffixed
Words that rhyme with affixed
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of affixed.
Questions about saying affixed
How do you pronounce affixed?
Say uh-FIKST. The American pronunciation is /əˈfɪkst/. In British English it is /əˈfɪkst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in affixed?
Affixed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FIKST). Broken into parts: uh · FIKST.
Do Americans and Brits say affixed the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈfɪkst/ and the British form is /əˈfɪkst/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.