How to Pronounce Confused

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

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/kənˈfjuːzd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “confused”

"confused" has 3 syllables: conf-us-ed. It rhymes with bemused and enthused, if that helps it stick.

What does confused 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).

adjective

  1. (of a person) unable to think clearly or understand
  2. (of a person or animal) disoriented

Synonyms

flummoxmistakedazedperplexedpuzzled

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Words that rhyme with confused

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bemusedenthusedsousedmusedinfusedsuffusedabusedperusedfusedrefusedamusedaccused

Related words

bewilderedbefuddledperplexedbaffledconfoundedbemusedmixed-updisoriented

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "confused"?▾

"Confused" has 3 syllables: conf · us · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "confused"?▾

The IPA transcription of "confused" is /kənˈfjuːzd/.

What does "confused" mean?▾

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

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