How to pronounce afro
Say it like AF-roh. Afro has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AF).
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- AF
- roh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Afro pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- rohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of afro
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: AF-roh.
What does afro mean?
- A hairstyle characterized by tightly curled locks and a rounded shape.
- A person of African ancestry.
Where does afro come from?
From Afro-. In relation to the sense 2, see latino and anglo.
Questions about saying afro
How do you pronounce afro?
Say AF-roh. The American pronunciation is /ˈæfroʊ/. In British English it is /ˈæfrəʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in afro?
Afro has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AF). Broken into parts: AF · roh.
Is afro 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 /ˈæfrəʊ/ (AF-roh).