How to Pronounce "bluffing"
word
/ˈbɫəfɪŋ/
BLUH-fing
/blˈʌfɪŋ/
BLUH-fing
Definition
Pretending to have a stronger position or more confidence than you actually do, often to trick someone. Common in games like poker, but can be used in everyday situations.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbɫəfɪŋ/
British English
/blˈʌfɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BLUH-fing
UK
BLUH-fing
Listen in Context
He was bluffing about knowing the answer.
Are you bluffing, or do you really have the best cards?
Tom tried bluffing to get a better deal.
She’s really good at bluffing during poker night.