How to Pronounce Perplexes

To pronounce "perplexes", say PERPL-ex-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

PERPL-ex-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “perplexes”

"perplexes" has 3 syllables: perpl-ex-es. It rhymes with sexes and exes, if that helps it stick.

What does perplexes mean?

verb

  1. To cause to feel baffled; to puzzle.
  2. To involve; to entangle; to make intricate or complicated.

Words that rhyme with perplexes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

sexesexesflexesannexesvexesrexes

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "perplexes"?▾

"Perplexes" has 3 syllables: perpl · ex · es.

What does "perplexes" mean?▾

Perplexes: To cause to feel baffled; to puzzle.

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