How to Pronounce Befuddle

To pronounce "befuddle", say BEF-uddl-e — 3 syllables, IPA /bɪˈfʌdl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/bɪˈfʌdl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “befuddle”

"befuddle" has 3 syllables: bef-uddl-e. It rhymes with muddle and cuddle, if that helps it stick.

What does befuddle mean?

verb

  1. To perplex, confuse (someone).

    “The explanation left him completely befuddled.”

  2. To stupefy (someone), especially with alcohol.

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Words that rhyme with befuddle

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

muddlecuddlehuddlediddlepuddlefuddlescuddletiddlequiddlecruddlenuddlegriddle

Related words

confoundfuddleconfusediscombobulatebedevilthrowfoxaddle

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "befuddle"?▾

"Befuddle" has 3 syllables: bef · uddl · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "befuddle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "befuddle" is /bɪˈfʌdl/.

What does "befuddle" mean?▾

Befuddle: To perplex, confuse (someone).

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