How to Pronounce "bemused"
word
bɪmˈjuzd
bim-YOOZD
bɪmjˈuːsd
bim-YOOZD
Definition
Feeling confused, puzzled, or lost in thought, often because something is unclear or surprising.
IPA Transcription
American English
bɪmˈjuzd
British English
bɪmjˈuːsd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
bim-YOOZD
UK
bim-YOOZD
Listen in Context
He looked bemused when he saw the strange painting.
She gave a bemused smile during the meeting.
The students had bemused expressions after the difficult question.
I was completely bemused by his unexpected reaction.