How to Pronounce Conundrum

To pronounce "conundrum", say CON-undr-um — 3 syllables, IPA /kəˈnʌn.dɹəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

conundrum

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/kəˈnʌn.dɹəm/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “conundrum”

"conundrum" has 3 syllables: con-undr-um. It rhymes with gundrum, if that helps it stick.

What does conundrum mean?

noun

  1. A difficult question or riddle, especially one using a play on words in the answer.
  2. A difficult choice or decision that must be made.

Synonyms

brain-teaserenigmapuzzleriddledilemma

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Words that rhyme with conundrum

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gundrum

Related words

riddlebrain-teaserenigmaquandarypuzzledilemmapredicamentmystery

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "conundrum"?▾

"Conundrum" has 3 syllables: con · undr · um.

What is the IPA transcription of "conundrum"?▾

The IPA transcription of "conundrum" is /kəˈnʌn.dɹəm/.

What does "conundrum" mean?▾

Conundrum: A difficult question or riddle, especially one using a play on words in the answer.

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