How to Pronounce Fuzzy

To pronounce "fuzzy", say FUZZY — one syllable, IPA /ˈfʌzi/. 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

/ˈfʌzi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “fuzzy”

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

What does fuzzy mean?

noun

  1. (often in the plural) A very small piece of plush material.

    “You've got a fuzzy on your coat.”

  2. Something covered with fuzz or hair, as an animal or plush toy.

adjective

  1. Covered with fuzz or a large number of tiny loose fibres like a carpet or many stuffed animals
  2. Vague or imprecise.

    “My recollection of that event is fuzzy.”

Synonyms

blurryfuzzyill-definedambiguousequivocal

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Words that rhyme with fuzzy

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muzzyscuzzyfrizzybuzzysuziemuzzey

Related words

hairyhirsutefoggyhazymuzzyblurredblurryindistinct

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fuzzy"?▾

"Fuzzy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "fuzzy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fuzzy" is /ˈfʌzi/.

What does "fuzzy" mean?▾

Fuzzy: (often in the plural) A very small piece of plush material.

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