How to Pronounce Blunder

To pronounce "blunder", say BLUND-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈblʌn.də(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈblʌn.də(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “blunder”

"blunder" has 2 syllables: blund-er. It rhymes with plunder and thunder, if that helps it stick.

What does blunder mean?

noun

  1. A clumsy or embarrassing mistake.
  2. A very bad move, usually caused by some tactical oversight.

verb

  1. To make a clumsy or stupid mistake.

    “to blunder in preparing a medical prescription”

  2. To move blindly or clumsily.

Synonyms

blooperboo-booerrorfaux pasflubflufffumblegaffe

Words that rhyme with blunder

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

plunderthundersunderunderasunderunder-

Related words

blooperbunglebotchflubboo-boofumblegoof

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "blunder"?▾

"Blunder" has 2 syllables: blund · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "blunder"?▾

The IPA transcription of "blunder" is /ˈblʌn.də(ɹ)/.

What does "blunder" mean?▾

Blunder: A clumsy or embarrassing mistake.

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