How to Pronounce Bluffed

To pronounce "bluffed", say BLUFF-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /blʌft/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/blʌft/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bluffed”

"bluffed" has 2 syllables: bluff-ed. It rhymes with chuffed and stuffed, if that helps it stick.

What does bluffed mean?

verb

  1. To make a bluff; to give the impression that one's hand is stronger than it is.

    “John bluffed by betting without even a pair.”

  2. (by analogy) To frighten or deter with a false show of strength or confidence; to give a false impression of strength or temerity in order to intimidate and gain some advantage.

    “The government claims it will call an election if this bill does not pass. Is it truly ready to do so, or is it bluffing?”

verb

  1. To fluff, puff or swell up.

Words that rhyme with bluffed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

chuffedstuffedhuffedscuffedsniftsnuffedluftgriftrebuffedsquiffedpuffedoverstuffed

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bluffed"?▾

"Bluffed" has 2 syllables: bluff · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "bluffed"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bluffed" is /blʌft/.

What does "bluffed" mean?▾

Bluffed: To make a bluff; to give the impression that one's hand is stronger than it is.

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