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How to Pronounce "look after"

expression

ˈɫʊk/ /ˈæftɝ
LUUK AF-ter
lˈʊk/ /ˈɑːftɐ
LUUK AHF-tuh

Definition

To take care of someone or something, making sure they are safe and well.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈɫʊk/ /ˈæftɝ

British English

lˈʊk/ /ˈɑːftɐ

Simplified Pronunciation

US

LUUK AF-ter

UK

LUUK AHF-tuh

Listen in Context

Can you look after my dog while I'm away?

She looks after her little brother every afternoon.

Please look after these flowers.

I have to look after my friend's cat this weekend.