How do you pronounce "afro"?

In American English: /ˈæfroʊ/ (AFR-oh). In British English: /ˈæfɹəʊ/ (AFR-oh). In Canadian English: /ˈæfroʊ/ (AFR-oh). In Australian English: /ˈafɹəʊ/ (AFR).

Is "afro" pronounced differently in American and British English?

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈæfroʊ/ (AFR-oh), while in British English it's /ˈæfɹəʊ/ (AFR-oh).

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afro

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/ˈæfroʊ/

AFR-oh

Syllable Breakdown

æfraf·oʊro

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Last updated: 2026-02-12