How to Pronounce Confuse

To pronounce "confuse", say CONF-us-e — 3 syllables, IPA /kənˈfjuːz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/kənˈfjuːz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “confuse”

"confuse" has 3 syllables: conf-us-e. It rhymes with peruse and abuse, if that helps it stick.

What does confuse mean?

verb

  1. To puzzle, perplex, baffle, bewilder (somebody).
  2. To mix up, muddle up (one thing with another); to mistake (one thing for another).

Synonyms

flummoxmistake

Words that rhyme with confuse

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

peruseabuserefuseinfusediffusefuseexcuseoozemisuseboozeamusenews

Related words

befuddleconfounddiscombobulatefuddlejumbledisconcertconsternatebedevil

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "confuse"?▾

"Confuse" has 3 syllables: conf · us · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "confuse"?▾

The IPA transcription of "confuse" is /kənˈfjuːz/.

What does "confuse" mean?▾

Confuse: To puzzle, perplex, baffle, bewilder (somebody).

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