How to pronounce perplexed
Say it like per-PLEKST. Perplexed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PLEKST).
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- per
- PLEKST
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Perplexed pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- PLEKSTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of perplexed
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: puh-PLEKST.
What does perplexed mean?
- Confused or puzzled.“The scientists were perplexed by the new discovery.”
- Bewildered.
- simple past and past participle of perplex How to pronounce perplex
Words that rhyme with perplexed
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of perplexed.
Questions about saying perplexed
How do you pronounce perplexed?
Say per-PLEKST. The American pronunciation is /pɚˈplɛkst/. In British English it is /pəˈplɛkst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in perplexed?
Perplexed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PLEKST). Broken into parts: per · PLEKST.
Is perplexed pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /pəˈplɛkst/ (puh-PLEKST).