How to Pronounce "afflicting"
word
əˈfɫɪktɪŋ
uh-FLIK-ting
ɐflˈɪktɪŋ
uh-FLIK-ting
Definition
Causing pain, suffering, or trouble to someone or something. Usually used to describe ongoing or repeated problems.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈfɫɪktɪŋ
British English
ɐflˈɪktɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-FLIK-ting
UK
uh-FLIK-ting
Listen in Context
The disease is afflicting many people in the village.
Hunger is afflicting children in the area.
He works to help those afflicting with mental illness.
Economic troubles have been afflicting small businesses lately.