How to pronounce aflame
Say it like uh-FLAYM. Aflame has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FLAYM).
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- uh
- FLAYM
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Aflame 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.
- FLAYMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of aflame
American and British speakers say aflame in essentially the same way: /əˈfleɪm/ in the US and /əˈfleɪm/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-FLAYM.
What does aflame mean?
- Often preceded by set: in or into flames; so as to be burned by fire.
- In or into a color like that of a flame.
- In or into a state of great activity or emotion (anger, excitement, etc.).
- With flames coming from it; burning, flaming, in flames, on fire.
- Having the color of a flame.“In autumn the trees are aflame with color.”
- In a state of great activity or emotion (anger, excitement, etc.).“She said nothing and simply stared at him, eyes aflame.”
- Synonym of inflame (“to set (something) on fire; (figurative) to intensify or kindle (a feeling, such as appetite or passion); to intensify or kindle a feeling in (someone)”).
- Chiefly in the present participle: to be in flames or on fire; to blaze, to flare up.
Where does aflame come from?
The adjective is derived from the adverb, which is attested earlier.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with aflame
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Questions about saying aflame
How do you pronounce aflame?
Say uh-FLAYM. The American pronunciation is /əˈfleɪm/. In British English it is /əˈfleɪm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in aflame?
Aflame has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FLAYM). Broken into parts: uh · FLAYM.
Do Americans and Brits say aflame the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈfleɪm/ and the British form is /əˈfleɪm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.