How to Pronounce Dumfounded

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

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

DUMF-ound-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “dumfounded”

"dumfounded" has 3 syllables: dumf-ound-ed. It rhymes with dumbfounded, if that helps it stick.

What does dumfounded mean?

verb

  1. To confuse and bewilder; to leave speechless.

adjective

  1. Shocked and speechless.

Synonyms

flabbergaststrike dumbamazedastonishedastoundedconfoundedflabbergastedperplexshockedspeechless

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Words that rhyme with dumfounded

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dumbfounded

Related words

flabbergastedthunderstruckstupefiedsurpriseddumbstruckbewilderedaghastperplexed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dumfounded"?▾

"Dumfounded" has 3 syllables: dumf · ound · ed.

What does "dumfounded" mean?▾

Dumfounded: To confuse and bewilder; to leave speechless.

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