How to Pronounce Buffeted

To pronounce "buffeted", say BUFF-et-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

8

Letters

BUFF-et-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “buffeted”

"buffeted" has 3 syllables: buff-et-ed. It rhymes with dismayed and accolade, if that helps it stick.

What does buffeted mean?

verb

  1. To strike with a buffet; to cuff; to slap.
  2. To aggressively challenge, denounce, or criticise.

adjective

  1. Battered, especially by strong wind.

Words that rhyme with buffeted

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dismayedaccoladerenegadecascadestaidcharadejadeescapadecommittedretrogradepalisadeevade

Related words

tempest-tossedtroubledstorm-tossedtempest-swepttempest-tostbesetshatteredtarnished

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "buffeted"?▾

"Buffeted" has 3 syllables: buff · et · ed.

What does "buffeted" mean?▾

Buffeted: To strike with a buffet; to cuff; to slap.

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