How to Pronounce Baffle

To pronounce "baffle", say BAFFL-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbæfl̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˈbæfl̩/

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💡 Tip for remembering “baffle”

"baffle" has 2 syllables: baffl-e. It rhymes with snaffle and maffle, if that helps it stick.

What does baffle mean?

noun

  1. A device used to dampen the effects of such things as sound, light, or fluid. Specifically, a baffle is a surface which is placed inside an open area to inhibit direct motion from one part to another, without preventing motion altogether.

    “Tanker trucks use baffles to keep the liquids inside from sloshing around.”

  2. An architectural feature designed to confuse enemies or make them vulnerable.

verb

  1. To publicly disgrace, especially of a recreant knight.
  2. To hoodwink or deceive (someone).

Words that rhyme with baffle

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

snafflemafflegaffleraffleshafflefaffleyaffleaffilehafflekafflehafele

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "baffle"?▾

"Baffle" has 2 syllables: baffl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "baffle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "baffle" is /ˈbæfl̩/.

What does "baffle" mean?▾

Baffle: A device used to dampen the effects of such things as sound, light, or fluid. Specifically, a baffle is a surface which is placed inside an open area to inhibit direct motion from one part to another, without preventing motion altogether.

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