How to Pronounce "affects"
word
/əˈfɛkts/
uh-FEKTS
/əˈfɛkts/
uh-FEKTS
Definition
To make a difference to something or someone, or to have an influence on them. Usually used when something changes the way another thing happens or feels.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əˈfɛkts/
British English
/əˈfɛkts/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-FEKTS
UK
uh-FEKTS
Listen in Context
The cold weather affects my mood.
Smoking affects your health.
Noise affects how well I can sleep.
Stress affects people in different ways.