How to Pronounce "affair"
word
/əˈfɛɹ/
uh-FAIR
/ɐfˈeə/
uh-FAIR
Definition
An affair is a situation, event, or matter that people are dealing with or talking about. It can also mean a secret romantic or sexual relationship, especially when one person is already married or committed.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əˈfɛɹ/
British English
/ɐfˈeə/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-FAIR
UK
uh-FAIR
Listen in Context
This is a private affair, so please stay out of it.
The company is having financial affairs reviewed this month.
He had an affair with a coworker, and his wife found out.
I don’t want to get involved — it’s none of my affair.