How to Pronounce "confounding"
word
kənˈfaʊndɪŋ
kuhn-FOUND-ing
kənfˈaʊndɪŋ
kuhn-FOUND-ing
Definition
Something that is confounding causes confusion, surprise, or difficulty in understanding. It can also describe a factor that makes it hard to interpret results correctly in science or research.
IPA Transcription
American English
kənˈfaʊndɪŋ
British English
kənfˈaʊndɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhn-FOUND-ing
UK
kuhn-FOUND-ing
Listen in Context
The math problem was confounding to the entire class.
The scientist explained the confounding factors in the experiment.
Her answer was so confounding that nobody understood it.
It's confounding how quickly the weather can change here.