How to pronounce afoam
Say it like uh-FOHM. Afoam has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FOHM).
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- uh
- FOHM
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Afoam 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.
- FOHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of afoam
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: uh-FOHM.
What does afoam mean?
- In a foaming state; producing foam.“The sea is all afoam.”
- Covered or filled (with something foaming or resembling foam).
- In a foaming state.
Where does afoam come from?
From a- + foam.
Words that rhyme with afoam
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of afoam.
Questions about saying afoam
How do you pronounce afoam?
Say uh-FOHM. The American pronunciation is /əˈfoʊm/. In British English it is /əˈfəʊm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in afoam?
Afoam has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FOHM). Broken into parts: uh · FOHM.
Is afoam 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 /əˈfəʊm/ (uh-FOHM).