How to pronounce aflow
Say it like uh-FLOH. Aflow has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FLOH).
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- uh
- FLOH
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Aflow 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.
- FLOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of aflow
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: uh-FLOH.
What does aflow mean?
- flowing
Where does aflow come from?
From a- + flow.
Words that rhyme with aflow
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Questions about saying aflow
How do you pronounce aflow?
Say uh-FLOH. The American pronunciation is /əˈfloʊ/. In British English it is /əˈfləʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in aflow?
Aflow has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FLOH). Broken into parts: uh · FLOH.
Is aflow pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /əˈfləʊ/ (uh-FLOH).