How to Pronounce Buffoon

To pronounce "buffoon", say BUFF-oon — 2 syllables, IPA /bəˈfuːn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/bəˈfuːn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “buffoon”

"buffoon" has 2 syllables: buff-oon. It rhymes with croon and lagoon, if that helps it stick.

What does buffoon mean?

noun

  1. One who acts in a silly or ridiculous fashion; a clown or fool.
  2. An unintentionally ridiculous person.

verb

  1. To behave like a buffoon

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Words that rhyme with buffoon

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croonlagoonpicayunegoonmooncommuneopportunehewnfestoonlampoonsaloonswoon

Related words

clownzanyfoolschmuckoafdumbassjokerjester

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "buffoon"?▾

"Buffoon" has 2 syllables: buff · oon.

What is the IPA transcription of "buffoon"?▾

The IPA transcription of "buffoon" is /bəˈfuːn/.

What does "buffoon" mean?▾

Buffoon: One who acts in a silly or ridiculous fashion; a clown or fool.

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