How to Pronounce "afforded"
word
əˈfɔɹdəd
uh-FORD-uhd
ɐfˈɔːdɪd
uh-FAWD-id
Definition
'Afforded' is the past tense of 'afford'. It means to have given, provided, or made something possible for someone or something.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈfɔɹdəd
British English
ɐfˈɔːdɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-FORD-uhd
UK
uh-FAWD-id
Listen in Context
The program afforded him the chance to study abroad.
His position afforded special privileges.
The new law afforded more protection to workers.
That meeting afforded us a great opportunity to collaborate.