buffoon
nounHow many syllables in buffoon?
There are 2 syllables in the word buffoon.Divide buffoon into syllables:
buf · foon
How to pronounce buffoon:
Definition of buffoon:
- buffoon (noun):
- a rude or vulgar fool.
- a ludicrous figure clown
Synonyms for buffoon:
buffo
clown
comedian
fool
goof
goofball
harlequin
merry andrew
mime
muggins
saphead
tomfool
zany
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