Often is pronounced AW-fən (IPA /ˈɔːfən/). Drop the 't' and say 'AW-fən' — like 'soften' without the 's'.
IPA: /ˈɔːfən/
Syllables: AW · fən
In 50 attempts by 17 learners scored in the SayWhat app, the sound most often scored red in this word was /n/ (30% of attempts).
Common ESL mistake: Speakers pronounce the 't' saying 'off-ten' instead of letting it stay silent.
Tip: Drop the 't' and say 'AW-fən' — like 'soften' without the 's'.