How to Pronounce Bewildered

To pronounce "bewildered", say BEW-ild-er-ed — 4 syllables, IPA /bəˈwɪldəd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/bəˈwɪldəd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “bewildered

"bewildered" has 4 syllables: bew-ild-er-ed.

What does bewildered mean?

verb

  1. To confuse, disorientate, or puzzle someone, especially with many different choices.

    All the different possible options may bewilder us.

adjective

  1. Baffled, confused, mystified, at a loss, not thinking clearly, or uncertain.

    He was just standing there, turning this way and that, with a bewildered look on his face.

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How many syllables are in "bewildered"?

"Bewildered" has 4 syllables: bew · ild · er · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "bewildered"?

The IPA transcription of "bewildered" is /bəˈwɪldəd/.

What does "bewildered" mean?

Bewildered: To confuse, disorientate, or puzzle someone, especially with many different choices.

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