word
French
camouflage
KAM-uh-flahj
ˈkæməflɑːʒListen
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Syllable breakdown
camouflage
Sounds like
The final 'ge' is a soft 'zh' sound — say 'KAM-uh-flahzh'.
Dictionary meaning
The use of patterns or colouring to conceal soldiers or equipment.
History and origin
French — 'camoufler' (to disguise).
Examples
- The soldiers wore camouflage to blend into the woodland terrain.
Common mispronunciations
KAM-oh-flayjKAM-uh-flayj
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