How to Pronounce "afraid so"
expression
əˈfɹeɪd/ /ˈsoʊ
uh-FRAYD SOH
ɐfɹˈeɪd/ /sˈəʊ
uh-FRAYD SOH
Definition
Used to confirm something negative, disappointing, or unwanted is true; polite, indirect way of saying 'yes' when the answer is not good.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈfɹeɪd/ /ˈsoʊ
British English
ɐfɹˈeɪd/ /sˈəʊ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-FRAYD SOH
UK
uh-FRAYD SOH
Listen in Context
"Is the store closed already?" "Afraid so."
"Did we miss the bus?" "I'm afraid so."
"Is there any cake left?" "Afraid so — it's all gone."
"Is the meeting cancelled?" "Yeah, afraid so."