How to pronounce afore
Say it like uh-FOR. Afore has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FOR).
- uh
- FOR
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Afore 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.
- FORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of afore
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uh-FAW.
What does afore mean?
- Before; in advance of the time of.
- Before; situated geographically or metaphorically in front of.
- In advance of the time when; before.
Where does afore come from?
From Middle English afore, aforn, from Old English onforan or ætforan; equivalent to a- + fore.
Words that rhyme with afore
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of afore.
Questions about saying afore
How do you pronounce afore?
Say uh-FOR. The American pronunciation is /əˈfoʊr/. In British English it is /əˈfɔː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in afore?
Afore has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FOR). Broken into parts: uh · FOR.
Is afore pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /əˈfɔː/ (uh-FAW).