How to Pronounce "afoul"
word
əˈfaʊɫ
uh-FOWL
ɐfˈaʊl
uh-FOWL
Definition
To be in conflict with, or to get into trouble with rules, laws, or authorities. Often used in the phrase 'run afoul of'.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈfaʊɫ
British English
ɐfˈaʊl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-FOWL
UK
uh-FOWL
Listen in Context
He ran afoul of the school rules.
Companies sometimes run afoul of tax laws.
You may run afoul of the authorities if you park here.
He didn't mean to run afoul of the regulations—it happened by accident.