afford — to have enough money to buy something
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to have enough money to buy something
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈfɔːrd/
Example Sentences
- He wanted to buy a golden toilet, but he couldn't afford such luxury.
- The umbrella affords protection from both rain and judgemental stares.
- We can afford to be patient when learning a new language.
afford
VERB[/əˈfɔːrd/]
to have enough money to buy something
The young couple finally afforded their first home after years of careful saving.
She smiled and said, "I can finally afford it," before buying her dream camera.
Years of saving became their reward, and they could finally afford to move forward with their dream.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'geforthian' meaning 'to further' or 'to promote', combined with the prefix 'ge-' (a common Old English prefix) and 'forth' (meaning forward or onward).
Breakdown
a- (to) + ford (forward/forth) = afford (literally 'to further oneself toward', later meaning 'to have the means')
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“He wanted to buy a golden toilet, but he couldn't afford such luxury.”
“The umbrella affords protection from both rain and judgemental stares.”
“We can afford to be patient when learning a new language.”
“The balcony affords a beautiful view of the city.”
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