How to Pronounce "kafka"
word
ˈkɑfkə
KAHF-kuh
ˈkɑːfkə
KAHF-kuh
Definition
Kafka usually refers to Franz Kafka, a famous 20th-century writer known for surreal, nightmarish stories that often express feelings of confusion and helplessness. The word can also describe situations that are bizarre, illogical, or oppressive, similar to those in his works.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɑfkə
British English
ˈkɑːfkə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAHF-kuh
UK
KAHF-kuh
Listen in Context
Kafka was born in Prague in 1883.
Many people study Kafka in literature classes.
The stories by Kafka are often strange and dreamlike.
Honestly, dealing with government paperwork sometimes feels totally Kafka.