How to Pronounce "run afoul of"
expression
RUN uh-FOWL uhv
ruh-NAF-owl ov
Definition
To get into trouble by conflicting with rules, the law, or someone in authority.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹən/ /əˈfaʊɫ/ /ˈəv
British English
ɹˈʌn/ /ɐfˈaʊl/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUN uh-FOWL uhv
UK
ruh-NAF-owl ov
Listen in Context
He ran afoul of the school rules and got suspended.
Be careful not to run afoul of the law.
The company ran afoul of new regulations last year.
If you run afoul of the authorities here, things can get complicated.