How to pronounce afterclap
Say it like AF-ter-klap. Afterclap has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AF).
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US American/ˈæftərklæp/AF-ter-klap
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- AF
- ter
- klap
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Afterclap 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.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- klapKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
What does afterclap mean?
noun
- The consequence (often, but not always, adverse) of an action or event.
- A phenomenon occurring after a similar earlier one; a later manifestation of something.
- A sound that follows another, especially a loud noise, such as thunder.
Where does afterclap come from?
From Middle English afterclap, afterclappe, equivalent to after- + clap.
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Questions about saying afterclap
How do you pronounce afterclap?
Say AF-ter-klap. The American pronunciation is /ˈæftərklæp/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in afterclap?
Afterclap has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AF). Broken into parts: AF · ter · klap.