How to Pronounce "have an affair"
expression
HAV-uhn-uh-FAIR
hav-uhn-uh-FAIR
Definition
To be in a romantic or sexual relationship with someone who is not your spouse or regular partner, usually in secret.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhæv/ /ˈæn/, /ən/ /əˈfɛɹ
British English
hav/ /ˈɐn/ /ɐfˈeə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAV-uhn-uh-FAIR
UK
hav-uhn-uh-FAIR
Listen in Context
He was very upset when he learned his wife had an affair.
Some people have an affair because they are unhappy in their marriage.
He denied that he had an affair with his coworker.
Rumors spread quickly when people thought she might have an affair.