How to Pronounce "affidavit"
word
/ˌæfəˈdeɪvət/
af-uh-DAY-vit
/ˌæfɪdˈeɪvɪt/
af-i-DAY-vit
Definition
A written statement made under oath, used as evidence in court or legal matters.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌæfəˈdeɪvət/
British English
/ˌæfɪdˈeɪvɪt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
af-uh-DAY-vit
UK
af-i-DAY-vit
Listen in Context
She submitted an affidavit to the court.
The lawyer prepared an affidavit for his client.
You need to sign the affidavit in front of a notary.
Without an affidavit, your testimony may not be accepted by the court.