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Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

a-flat

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: 4.72 in modern English

Syllables
a-flat
IPA
8
Scrabble Score
5
Letters
2
Syllables
4
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A tone one semitone below A, between G and A, denoted A♭.

noun

A key or other mechanism for producing an A-flat.

noun

The key of A-flat major.

noun

Alternative spelling of A-flat.

Uncountable

Example Sentences

Usage

Inflected Forms

A-flats (plural) A flat (alternative) A♭ (alternative)

Phrases

A-flat major A-flat minor

Questions

What does a-flat mean?
A tone one semitone below A, between G and A, denoted A♭.

How to pronounce a-flat

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