How to Pronounce Bluffs

To pronounce "bluffs", say BLUFFS — one syllable, IPA /blʌfs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/blʌfs/

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💡 Tip for remembering “bluffs”

"bluffs" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with foodstuffs and fisticuffs, if that helps it stick.

What does bluffs mean?

noun

  1. An act of bluffing; a false expression of the strength of one's position in order to intimidate; braggadocio.

    “That is only bluff, or a bluff.”

  2. An attempt to represent oneself as holding a stronger hand than one actually does.

    “John's bet was a bluff: he bet without even so much as a pair.”

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?”

noun

  1. A high, steep bank, for example by a river or the sea, or beside a ravine or plain; a cliff with a broad face.
  2. A small wood or stand of trees, typically poplar or willow.

Words that rhyme with bluffs

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

foodstuffsfisticuffscuffsstuffsglyphsearmuffsbuffsscuffshandcuffspuffshuffsroughs

Related words

directboldsheersteepcliffcliffsclumpsgroves

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bluffs"?▾

"Bluffs" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "bluffs"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bluffs" is /blʌfs/.

What does "bluffs" mean?▾

Bluffs: An act of bluffing; a false expression of the strength of one's position in order to intimidate; braggadocio.

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