How to Pronounce Bamboozle

To pronounce "bamboozle", say BAMB-oozl-e — 3 syllables, IPA /bæm.ˈbuː.zəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/bæm.ˈbuː.zəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bamboozle”

"bamboozle" has 3 syllables: bamb-oozl-e.

What does bamboozle mean?

verb

  1. To con, defraud, trick, to make a fool of, to humbug or impose on someone.
  2. To confuse, frustrate or perplex.

    “He's completely bamboozled by the changes in the computer system.”

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bamboozle"?▾

"Bamboozle" has 3 syllables: bamb · oozl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "bamboozle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bamboozle" is /bæm.ˈbuː.zəl/.

What does "bamboozle" mean?▾

Bamboozle: To con, defraud, trick, to make a fool of, to humbug or impose on someone.

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