How to Pronounce Perplexity

To pronounce "perplexity", say PERPL-ex-ity — 3 syllables, IPA /pəˈplɛksɪti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/pəˈplɛksɪti/

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💡 Tip for remembering “perplexity”

"perplexity" has 3 syllables: perpl-ex-ity. It rhymes with complexity and pexity, if that helps it stick.

What does perplexity mean?

noun

  1. The state or quality of being perplexed; puzzled or confused.
  2. Something that perplexes.

Words that rhyme with perplexity

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

complexitypexity

Related words

bewildermentconfusionhesitationconcernperplexmentperplexionperplexationperplexedness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "perplexity"?▾

"Perplexity" has 3 syllables: perpl · ex · ity.

What is the IPA transcription of "perplexity"?▾

The IPA transcription of "perplexity" is /pəˈplɛksɪti/.

What does "perplexity" mean?▾

Perplexity: The state or quality of being perplexed; puzzled or confused.

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