How to pronounce often

Say it like this: /ˈɒfən/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/ˈɒfən/

What does often mean?

advFrequently; many times on different occasions.

“It can't be said too often / often enough.”

adjFrequent.

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