How to pronounce alf
Say it like ALF. Alf is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- ALF
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Alf pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ALFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of alf
American and British speakers say alf in essentially the same way: /ælf/ in the US and /ælf/ in the UK.
British respelling: ALF.
What does alf mean?
- A supernatural being similar to an elf; one of the Dǫkkálfar or Ljósalfar.
Where does alf come from?
From Danish and Swedish alf, from Old Norse alfr; see also Dutch alf.
Questions about saying alf
How do you pronounce alf?
Say ALF. The American pronunciation is /ælf/. In British English it is /ælf/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in alf?
Alf is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: ALF.
Do Americans and Brits say alf the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ælf/ and the British form is /ælf/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.