How to Pronounce Fuzz

To pronounce "fuzz", say FUZZ — one syllable, IPA /fʌz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/fʌz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “fuzz”

"fuzz" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with buzz and because, if that helps it stick.

What does fuzz mean?

noun

  1. A frizzy mass of hair or fibre.
  2. Quality of an image that is unclear; a blurred image.

verb

  1. To make fuzzy.
  2. To become fuzzy.

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Words that rhyme with fuzz

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

buzzbecausedoesabuzzsquiztwasscuzzoutdoesoverdoesgres-grisbuzze

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fuzz"?▾

"Fuzz" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "fuzz"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fuzz" is /fʌz/.

What does "fuzz" mean?▾

Fuzz: A frizzy mass of hair or fibre.

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