English–Spanish

“confusion” in Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/konfuˈsjon/

Example

Su respuesta me causó confusión.

Her reply caused me confusion.

Illustration for confusión (confusion)

How to say “confusion” in Spanish

“Confusion” in Spanish is confusión.

Person surrounded by question marks and overlapping symbols.

Full entry for confusión: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with confusión

Para evitar confusión, explica los pasos uno a uno.

To avoid confusion, explain the steps one by one.

Tips for using confusión

  • Confundir plus a direct object means to confuse or mix up things or people, while confundirse is reflexive and means to become confused or to make a mistake.

Other Spanish words for “confusion”

Sentí perplejidad cuando no supe qué decir.

I felt confusion when I didn't know what to say.

La noticia causó desconcierto entre todos.

The news caused confusion among everyone.

“confusion” in other languages