How to pronounce confuzzle
Say it like kun-FUHZ-ul. Confuzzle has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FUHZ).
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- kun
- FUHZ
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Confuzzle pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- FUHZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of confuzzle
American and British speakers say confuzzle in essentially the same way: /kənˈfʌzəl/ in the US and /kənˈfʌzəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: kun-FUHZ-ul.
What does confuzzle mean?
- A state of confusion or puzzlement.
- To confuse or puzzle.
Where does confuzzle come from?
Blend of confuse + puzzle.
Words that rhyme with confuzzle
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of confuzzle.
Questions about saying confuzzle
How do you pronounce confuzzle?
Say kun-FUHZ-ul. The American pronunciation is /kənˈfʌzəl/. In British English it is /kənˈfʌzəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in confuzzle?
Confuzzle has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FUHZ). Broken into parts: kun · FUHZ · ul.
Do Americans and Brits say confuzzle the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /kənˈfʌzəl/ and the British form is /kənˈfʌzəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.