How to Pronounce “answerphone” in English
/ˈæn.sɜː(ɹ)ˌfəʊn/
AN·swer·phone
Stress: an
Hear “answerphone” spoken naturally in real English.
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What does “answerphone” mean?
- Synonym of answering machine, especially one built into a telephone.
Example sentences
- “I keep trying to call her, but all I get is the answerphone.”
- “What, this is Andrew Sachs's answerphone. Right, Jonathan. Well, this is unconventional for a person. >> something out.”
- “Don't. >> Don't blurt something out. Not on the answerphone. >> Sorry, I can't answer at the moment.”
Common phrases
How to pronounce “answerphone”
- Syllables:
- an · swer · phone
- Stress:
- an — say this syllable louder and longer.
- IPA:
- /ˈæn.sɜː(ɹ)ˌfəʊn/
- Listen for:
- the stressed /an/ in the clips above — notice how surrounding sounds blend in natural speech.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you pronounce “answerphone”?
“answerphone” is pronounced /ˈæn.sɜː(ɹ)ˌfəʊn/ (an · swer · phone). Listen to the native-speaker clips above to hear it in real conversation.
How many syllables are in “answerphone”?
“answerphone” has 3 syllables: an · swer · phone.
Where is the stress in “answerphone”?
The primary stress in “answerphone” is on “AN”. Listen for that stressed syllable in the clips above.
What does “answerphone” mean?
Synonym of answering machine, especially one built into a telephone.
How can I hear “answerphone” used in real sentences?
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