How to pronounce anaphor
Say it like AN-uh-for. Anaphor has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AN).
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- AN
- uh
- for
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Anaphor pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- forKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of anaphor
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AN-uh-fuh.
What does anaphor mean?
- An expression referring to another expression. In stricter uses, an expression referring to something earlier in the discourse or, even more strictly, only reflexive and reciprocal pronouns.
Where does anaphor come from?
Back-formation from anaphora.
Questions about saying anaphor
How do you pronounce anaphor?
Say AN-uh-for. The American pronunciation is /ˈænəfɔr/. In British English it is /ˈænəfə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in anaphor?
Anaphor has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AN). Broken into parts: AN · uh · for.
Is anaphor 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 /ˈænəfə/ (AN-uh-fuh).